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Do you need qualifications to be a Commis Chef?

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Chef Life

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Blog

Publish date

07/01/2026

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Are you keen to get into the world of cheffing but don’t yet have tonnes of experience? Working as a Commis Chef is a brilliant way to get your foot in the door of the restaurant industry. We hav

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Working as a Commis Chef is a brilliant way to get your foot in the door of the restaurant industry.

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Holly Baldwin

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Holly Baldwin

Holly Baldwin

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Holly Baldwin

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Life as Head Chef at Parkdean Resorts

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Chef Life

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Blog

Publish date

07/27/2025

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“Working at Parkdean Resorts is a laugh. You are with friends and family on the front line, pushing each other to be better. It’s great to watch people fall in love with the job and come back eve

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Find out what it’s really like to work as a Head Chef at one of Parkdean’s Lake District holiday parks!

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Parkdean Resorts

Parkdean Resorts

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Parkdean Resorts

Sakthikumar Manickam, Head Chef at Pendine Sands Holiday Park
Cooking Up Careers: An Insider Look at Parkdean’s Chef Jobs

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Chef Life

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Blog

Publish date

05/08/2025

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If you’re looking for head chef jobs in the UK that offer more than just a payslip, Parkdean Resorts could be the perfect place to start – or grow your hospitality career. With exciting opportuni

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Want an insider look at our chef jobs? Look no further!

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Sophie Burman

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Sophie Burman

Sophie Burman

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Sophie Burman

Parkdean Chef preparing food.
What does a Sous Chef do?

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Chef Life

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Blog

Publish date

02/14/2025

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If you’ve ever found yourself thinking what does a Sous Chef do?, you’re certainly not alone! In Sous Chef jobs, you know how to handle the heat and make mouthwatering dishes day in, day out.  If

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If you’ve ever found yourself thinking what does a Sous Chef do?, you’re not alone!

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Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

Parkdean chef cooking in the restaurant kitchen
Why an entry-level chef job role at Parkdean is the perfect career move

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Chef Life

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Blog

Publish date

01/09/2025

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Have you ever dreamed about a career in the kitchen? Is it all a bit overwhelming to know where to start? As always, we’ve got you covered! Whether you're a pro at making delicious at-home meals

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Have you ever dreamed about a career in the kitchen? Is it all a bit overwhelming to know where to start?

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Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

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What does a Chef de Partie do at Parkdean and how do you become one?

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Chef Life

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Blog

Publish date

12/03/2024

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If you’re familiar with the world of cheffing, there are quite a lot of different terms flying around depending on the experience and seniority of the chef in question. You’ve got Commis Chef, So

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Wondering what a Chef de Partie does? Discover this key kitchen role at Parkdean!

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Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

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How to prepare for a head chef interview

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Chef Life

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Blog

Publish date

02/27/2024

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So, you’re on the lookout for a new Head Chef role? Job hunting might not be everyone's idea of fun, but it's a golden opportunity to look at what you want in a career. But when you’re lucky enough to

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Job hunting might not be everyone's idea of fun, but it's a golden opportunity to look at what you want in a career.

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Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

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Kickstarting Scott’s chef career path: Waiter to Head Chef

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Chef Life

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Blog

Publish date

07/07/2023

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To get a feel for the Parkdean Head Chef life, we sat down with Scott Simpson who joined us over 14 years ago as a seasonal waiter at just 17! He now works at Sundrum Castle Holiday Park in Scotl

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So many of our seasonal recruits go on to progress and develop a rewarding career at Parkdean, Scott takes it away with his chef career path with us!

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Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

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How to Become a Lifeguard at Parkdean Resorts

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Leisure and Activities

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Publish date

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Want to make a splash in our leisure and activities teams as a Lifeguard? If you’ve got charisma, positive energy, and love to create amazing memories for others, then joining the team as a Lifeg

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Want to be a Lifeguard but not sure how to get qualified and where to start?

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Holiday Home Sales

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Publish date

07/02/2026

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Are you looking for sales jobs with a difference? Then you’ve come to the right place!  You might have heard about our Holiday Home Sales jobs and how you can start a sales career with us, but we

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Are you looking for a sales career with a difference? Then you’ve come to the right place!

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Do you need qualifications to be a Commis Chef?

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Chef Life

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Publish date

07/01/2026

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Are you keen to get into the world of cheffing but don’t yet have tonnes of experience? Working as a Commis Chef is a brilliant way to get your foot in the door of the restaurant industry. We hav

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Working as a Commis Chef is a brilliant way to get your foot in the door of the restaurant industry.

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Parkdean kitchen team member
Are Seasonal Jobs Worth It? 5 Reasons We Think So!

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Parkdean Life

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Blog

Publish date

06/09/2026

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Seasonal roles might be often be overlooked, but we’re here to tell you why they’re actually worth keeping an eye on for your career and skills-building.  Don’t get us wrong, we do understand why

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Seasonal roles might be overlooked sometimes, but we’re here to tell you why they’re actually great for your career!

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Parkdean maintenance team member
More Than Just a Tool Belt: Your Future in Maintenance Starts Here

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Accommodation and maintenance

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Publish date

06/01/2026

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When you think of a career in maintenance, your mind might instantly jump to tool belts, fixing leaky taps, or mowing lawns. And while keeping our parks looking spectacular and running smoothly i

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Behind every unforgettable holiday memory is a dedicated maintenance team.

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AI & Your Application: Using Tech to Help Your Personality Shine

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Career Insight

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Blog

Publish date

05/22/2026

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At Parkdean Resorts, we’re all about creating amazing memories, and that starts with the people who join our team.  We know that applying for a new role can feel like a bit of a whirlwind, and wi

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With AI tools becoming part of everyday life, many of you are wondering: “Should I use this for my application?”

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Lauren Llewellyn

Parkdean security team on Park
Busting the Top 5 Myths About Security Jobs at Parkdean

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Security

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Publish date

05/11/2026

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When you think of security jobs, what’s the first image that comes to mind? Is it someone guarding the entrance to a venue, or maybe even a confrontation? At Parkdean Resorts, our security team i

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At Parkdean Resorts, our security team is the heartbeat of the holiday park experience.

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Unlocking success: a journey in holiday home sales with Tich McNulty

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Holiday Home Sales

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Publish date

04/22/2026

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Today, we have the pleasure of delving into the world of Holiday Home Sales with none other than Tich McNulty, the Sales Manager at Sandylands Holiday Park. Tich's journey is one of dedication, r

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We have the pleasure of delving into the world of holiday home sales with none other than Tich McNulty, the Sales Manager at Sandylands Holiday Park.

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Blythe - Parkdean Guest Experience
From Creating Fun to Shaping Memories: Blythe’s Journey at Trecco Bay

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Guest Experience

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Blog

Publish date

04/16/2026

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At Parkdean Resorts, we don't just offer jobs; we offer journeys. One of the most exciting parts of park life is seeing how the skills you pick up in one department can open doors you hadn't even

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We caught up with Blythe, who recently transitioned from Activities & Leisure to become a Guest Experience Manager at Trecco Bay.

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Lower Hyde Holiday Park, Isle of Wight
5 Reasons You’ll Want to Join Us on the Isle of Wight

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Publish date

03/27/2026

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So, you’re on the hunt for Isle of Wight jobs, are you?  You’re looking for a role that’s a little "outside the norm” and swaps the office for sea breezes, stunning sunsets, and a team that feels

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With four holiday parks, Parkdean Resorts offers plenty of jobs on the Isle of Wight!

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