How do I start a career in housekeeping?

At Parkdean Resorts, we care about our people. We’re keen to help our teams (whether you’re brand new or returning year after year!) to grow and take their career in the direction they want to. 

It might surprise you that you can pursue a career in housekeeping roles, but at Parkdean, any career can be full of opportunities and internal mobility.

If the flexibility of an accommodation role sounds right up your alley, find out how you can start a career here.

Steps to starting a career in housekeeping

If you’ve got buckets of passion and a keen eye for detail, here are 4 simple steps to kickstart your housekeeping career with us:

1. Find your perfect park

With 65 stunning locations across the UK, your dream housekeeping job might be closer than you think! From White Cross Bay in the Lake District to Challaborough Bay in Devon, there’s a location to suit everyone!

Browse our jobs and use the filters to find a park that fits your lifestyle. Whether you're looking for a coastal breeze or a rural retreat, there's a place for you in the Parkdean family.

2. Focus on showing off your qualities

Don't worry if your CV isn't packed with professional cleaning experience; we hire for attitude and train for skill. 

In your application, show us that you’re a people-person who lives by our values: Care, Pace, Belonging, Value, and Difference. If you’re a team player who takes pride in a job well done and loves making others smile, you’re already well on your way to your housekeeping role!

3. Highlight your transferable skills

Housekeeping at Parkdean is about more than just scrubbing surfaces; it’s about creating unforgettable moments in beautiful spaces. In your application and interview, highlight your ability to:

• Manage your time: Show us you’re a pro at managing your workload and ticking off your to-do!
• Show attention to detail: Spotting the small things that make a caravan feel like a home.
• Problem solve: Whether it’s a quick maintenance report or helping a guest, we love a "can-do" attitude.

4. Ace the interview with enthusiasm

If you’re invited for a chat, bring your A-game. We want to see your energy! 

Be ready to talk about why you want to work in a holiday park environment and how you’d help a guest feel welcome. Remember, we're a supportive and friendly bunch here, so showing your approachable personality is just as important as your work ethic.

It’s always worth brushing up on some interview tips and tricks online if you’re feeling a little nervous. But try not to worry! Our team is incredibly welcoming and will put you at ease on the day. 

It’s not just a “job”: why work in housekeeping?

Now you know about how to get your housekeeping career off the ground, you might be thinking about why you’ll want to stay and grow in these roles.

Before we dive into Parkdean’s growth opportunities, check out some stories from our team in accommodation so you can get some real insight!

• Coming home: Katrina on her Parkdean family
• Sparkling clean, supportive team: Parkdean Accommodation stories
• Progressing from Housekeeping Jobs To Accommodation Manager

Our Assistant Accommodation Manager Development Programme

At Parkdean, we invest in our people, especially when it comes to their learning and development. 

We’ve just wrapped up Module 2 of our very first Assistant Accommodation Manager Development Programme, and what a time it’s been!

It’s been amazing to see our accommodation teams grow in confidence, share fresh ideas, and step boldly into their leadership potential. Through structured training, coaching, and hands-on support, our 19 future leaders are building the skills they need for future managerial roles – all while working towards a Level 3 Team Leader apprenticeship.

Investing in our people today means a stronger leadership pipeline for tomorrow.