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Internal Mobility at Parkdean: How do I Change from One Department to Another?

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Career Advice

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Publish date

09/19/2024

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With over 250 different hospitality careers of all shapes and sizes to choose from here at Parkdean Resorts, it comes as no surprise that many members of the team have enjoyed changing roles througho

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Hospitality jobs offer tonnes of opportunities for skill development, internal mobility, and career progression.

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Jodie Smith

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Jodie Smith

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A Day in the Life of IT Support

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A Day in the Life

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12/20/2022

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I got into IT around 17 years ago when I left school and started my apprenticeship. After getting my qualifications I wanted to gain as much experience and knowledge as I could, starting with things l

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I love what I do mostly for the good work life balance IT offers. I’m based in the head office which means once I leave, I can switch off and spend time with my son or doing the things I enjoy.

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Authentically Me

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Diversity and Inclusion

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Blog

Publish date

12/20/2022

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My Parkdean Resorts journey began in June 2021 after spending 9 years at British Airways, where I specialised in social media customer service delivery, crisis management and operational disruption. I

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As a proud member of the LGBT community, I view Parkdean Resorts as an inclusive and safe space for me to be my authentic self which is incredibly important.

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How I Went From Kickstarter to Talent Acquisition Advisor

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Career Progression

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Blog

Publish date

12/19/2022

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In November 2021, I unfortunately lost my job, and it was the first time I had ever been unemployed. Fast forward to January 2022 and I still hadn’t found a role that was right for me. My local job ce

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I am so thankful that I took the risk and joined the Kickstart scheme. It has helped shape my career and has given me opportunities I could only dream off and for that I am very thankful.

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Emily Naylor

Emily Naylor

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Emily Naylor

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23 Years And Counting...

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Career Progression

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Blog

Publish date

12/14/2022

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"My career journey in the holiday park business started in 1977 as a cashier in my teens. In 1998, I joined Parkdean Resorts as General Manager and although things back then were a lot different to th

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My career journey in the holiday park business started in 1977 as a cashier in my teens. In 1998, I joined Parkdean Resorts as General Manager and although things back then were a lot different to things now, I’ve enjoyed it for 23 amazing years.

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Steph's Top Tips For A Top Interview

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Career Advice

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Publish date

12/19/2024

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Looking for some last-minute interview advice for your next hospitality interview? We’ve got you covered! Whether it’s first or second interview advice you’re after, we know that interviews can be a

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Looking for some last-minute interview advice for your next hospitality interview? We’ve got you covered!

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Our Apprentice Chef of the year 2024!
Parkdean’s Apprentice Chef of the Year 2024

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People of Parkdean

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Publish date

12/04/2024

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A Taste of Victory - Parkdean Resorts Apprentice Chef of the Year 2024. At Parkdean Resorts, we’re all about celebrating incredible talent, and this year’s Apprentice Chef of the Year competition

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At Parkdean Resorts, we’re all about celebrating incredible talent!

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

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Chefs

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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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Build a thriving marketing career with Parkdean opportunities

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Career Progression

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Publish date

12/02/2024

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You might think of Parkdean and imagine pretty standard hospitality roles: food and beverage, accommodation, and activities-based kinda stuff, right? But what if we told you those looking for a m

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Want a marketing career that stands out? Parkdean is the place to be.

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What is our Employee Assistance Programme?

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Parks, People and Planet

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Blog

Publish date

11/21/2024

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It doesn’t matter if you just join us for the summer or if you work at Parkdean year-round in one of our Head Office roles, if there’s one thing you can be sure of it’s that we take mental health pre

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Explore Parkdean’s EAP: 24/7 support for your well-being!

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Do you need qualifications to be a Commis Chef?

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Chefs

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Publish date

11/05/2024

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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—and we have

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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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What Happens at Parkdean in the Festive Period?

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Parks, People and Planet

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Blog

Publish date

10/31/2024

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Parties, presents, and oodles of fun—the festive period really is the most wonderful time of the year, as Andy Williams once said. But what, exactly, happens at Parkdean during this season—and is it

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What exactly happens at Parkdean during the festive period? Read on to find out more!

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How to Become a Lifeguard at Parkdean Resorts

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Career Advice

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Blog

Publish date

10/29/2024

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Want to make a splash in our leisure 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 Lifeguard could be right

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

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What makes a great guest experience advisor?

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Career Advice

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Blog

Publish date

09/24/2024

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No hospitality business can survive without great guest satisfaction. Enter: the guest experience advisor. “Okay, but what exactly is a guest experience advisor?”, you might be asking yourself: The r

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The best guest experience advisors are folks with pockets full of passion and tonnes of team spirit.

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What employee benefits do we offer at Parkdean?

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People of Parkdean

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Blog

Publish date

09/23/2024

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In 2024, people are after more than just a stable job with reliable hours; we know that the jobs with the greatest employee satisfaction offer fun, flexible benefits and prioritise happiness at work.

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According to our team engagement survey 2024, Parkdean employees are delighted with their perks and benefits packages!

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