Darwin Escapes

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/lifeguard-pentney-nw30/ A  Lifeguard position has become available within the Leisure team at Norfolk Woods Resort and Spa. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join our friendly team! While staying with us, guests have access to the leisure pool and a range of our ‘Go Active’ activities. The successful candidate will work with the Leisure Manager to ensure the safe and effective operation of the leisure and pool complex, in line with the company’s high standards. You will also ensure the clean presentation of the leisure areas at all times. This will include the pool, activities and changing areas. Key Responsibilities Strict observation of swimmers and spectators within the leisure areas. Frequent checking of all areas, and action as necessary to maintain hygiene, cleanliness and safety. Check plant and carry out pool water tests where required. Check and record all guest passes to ensure validity. Advise guests on current activity programmes within the resort. Record any accidents immediately and in line with company procedure, administering first aid as required. A key skill is spotting and reacting to any issues immediately. Alongside this, you will be comfortable working with all ages, and providing support and assistance to guests. The successful candidate will be required to provide an enhanced disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Darwin. While a current NPLQ is preferred, training can be provided for the right applicant. This is a seasonal position to work variable hours, but will include working weekdays and some weekends and bank holidays. This role is ideal for candidates searching for Lifeguard and Leisure positions within a commutable distance of Norfolk.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/commis-chef-bath-bm23/ Bath Mill Lodge Retreat, Bath are looking to a Commis Chef to join their team at this beautiful resort.  This is an excellent opportunity to become a key part of our friendly team. The Bar and Restaurant at our popular retreat offers a range of meals to suit every taste. The restaurant is set within the beautiful, restored mill. You will work as part of a small team to assist in the cleanliness and hygiene of the workplace and ensure all preparation and presentation of food is in line with the company’s high standards. Key Responsibilities Ensure all food preparation and service is consistent, prompt and to a high standard. All stock rotation is accurate and effective. Ensure the cleanliness of all work areas. Adhering to correct portion sizes and effective control of all waste. Comply with all food hygiene regulations at all times. Accommodation is available for the right candidate This is a permanent position to work full time, variable hours. These will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This role is ideal for candidates searching for kitchen jobs within a commutable distance of Bath.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/head-chef-axminster-hc43/ The stunning Hawkchurch Resort and Spa are looking for a Head Chef to join the busy Kitchen team. The successful candidate will lead the kitchen team in the high standards of Darwin Escapes, including the prompt preparation and service, cleanliness of all work areas and efficient waste management. You will be key in building the team, including training and supporting other members of the kitchen team. Alongside this, working with the management team to the department is run effectively, in keeping with given budgets. This is a rewarding and exciting position that would suit an enthusiastic and dedicated Chef perfectly. Key Responsibilities Consistent and prompt preparation and food service. Stock ordering and stock rotation. Cleanliness of all work areas. Ensure published menus and specials boards have correct selling prices. Provision of correct portion sizes and control of all waste. Comply with all food hygiene regulations. Complete staff rotas for the kitchen team Complete training within the team Accommodation on site can be provided if required. This is a permanent position to work full time, variable hours. This will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This role is ideal for anyone searching for Chef positions within Axminster and the surrounding areas

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/permanent-food-and-beverage-assistant-axminster-hc41/ Hawkchurch Resort and Spa have a Food and Beverage Assistant position available at their stunning, five star resort in Axminster. What better way to spend your day then by helping our customers carve holiday memories which will last a lifetime at a traditional and fun filled family destination. Having Darwin Escapes and Hawkchurch Resort on your CV is sure to make you stand out from the crowd, with our 5 star rated holiday resort being renowned across the industry for the quality of its offering which of course also includes the legendary customer service which we are proud to offer. The successful applicant will work with our amazing Front of House team and will be charged with working in our 5 star bar and restaurant areas. Your role will involve both clearing and resetting tables in this area as part of your responsibility for ensuring that cleanliness is up to the high standards to which we continually strive. You will also be expected to take and deliver food and drink orders from our much valued holiday guests and holiday home owners. As such, you will be the face of the Hawkchurch Resort and Spa brand. We are therefore looking for something who is enthusiastic and who feels that they would excel in a customer service focused role. Key Responsibilities Serving food and beverages quickly and efficiently in line with our high standards. Clearing and resetting tables. Maintaining our 5 star standards when it comes to the cleanliness of the bar and restaurant area. Efficient and accurate operation of Epos systems for cash handling purposes. Efficient rotation of our stock and merchandise both in fridges and on shelves. Ideally the successful applicant should have existing bar and waiting on experience in a similar customer focused role, as well as being willing to work flexible hours in a permanent role which will include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays. We have a range of hours available, suited to all availabilities. The Food and Beverage Assistant role is perfect for anyone searching for Hospitality jobs around Axminster and the surrounding areas. Feel that you have what it takes to become part of our Award Winning team? Then why not apply below?

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/kitchen-porter-axminster-hc37/ A Kitchen Porter is required at Hawkchurch Resort and Spa. This is an exciting opportunity for a positive and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly team at this stunning resort in Axminster. You will work within the team to ensure all equipment is washed and replenished promptly, ready for use. Alongside this you will ensure all glasses and crockery are replenished for the restaurant and bar. If a career in catering is an interest to you, there are opportunities to assist in kitchen preparation and learn vital skills from the experienced Chefs within the team. Key Responsibilities Wash and replenish all of the glasses, crockery, utensils, kitchenware and equipment. Clearing and cleaning of all surfaces and work areas. Assist Chefs in the preparation of food. Assist in making of desserts. This is a permanent position to work variable hours. This will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. The Kitchen Porter position is ideal for anyone searching for pot washing or kitchen positions within a commutable distance of Axminster.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/full-time-spa-therapist-8-14-per-hour-axminster-hc34/ A Full Time Spa Therapist is required to join the skilled team at Hawkchurch Resort and Spa. This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate who is within commutable distance of the resort and looking to join a friendly team. Hawkchurch Resort and Spa is a 5 star Gold Rated holiday resort offering luxurious lodge accommodation to its guests. This resort provides the ultimate setting in which guests can relax and take full advantage of all the resort and spa have to offer. This is a varied and interesting role using luxury brands such as Aromatherapy Associates to provide a range of beauty treatments and massage to guests. You will be involved in all aspects of the salon, from dealing with enquiries and taking bookings to providing treatments and ensuring the cleanliness and presentation of the salon. Key Responsibilities Perform treatments for guests from the pre-set treatment list. Promote salon and park facilities. Take and manage bookings via the telephone, email and face to face. Advise guests on available treatments and products, upselling these where appropriate. Ensure the strictest client confidentiality at all times. Monitoring and ordering of stock reporting any issues found. We are looking for someone who has an NVQ level 3 in Beauty Therapy or equivalent. This is a permanent, full-time position to work variable hours including weekends and bank holidays. This role is perfect for candidates searching for full time Spa or Beauty Therapist jobs within Axminster.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/purchase-ledger-clerk-wallingford-sc30/ A vacancy has become available for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join one of the Darwin Escapes Head Office Accounts teams at the Head Office in Wallingford, Oxfordshire. Darwin Escapes is one of the UK’s fastest growing travel brands with an impressive portfolio of holiday resorts. Each holiday park has it’s own unique character, ideal for our customers to create a lifetime of lasting memories. This is an interesting role within a friendly, experienced team. Ideally we are looking for someone who has previous experience within a similar role, however this is not essential as training will be given. You will, however, be a self-motivated and driven individual who thrives in a fast paced, busy environment. To be successful in this role you will need good problem solving skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Finally, you will have excellent organisational skills in order to maintain accurate filing and records. This role would suit someone who has a good level of literacy and numeracy, with a great attention to detail. Key Responsibilities Maintain and update the purchase ledgers with all invoices, credits and payments in accordance with standard operating procedures at different company sites. Ensure invoices are processed with the correct nominal code. Assisting with purchase ledger enquiries. Reconcile supplier statements on a regular basis. Ensure all departments comply with purchase order procedures, reporting any problems to your manager. Maintain well organised and accurate filing, following the tidy desk policy. Deliver training to staff at the parks. Various project and ad hoc tasks. Ability to manage high volume of workload and prioritize to meet deadlines. Willingness to learn in a computerised environment and be methodical. Assisting with payment processes. Excel skills at Intermediate to advance level. You will take part in a range of day to day activities within the Accounts remit. These will include organising and checking invoices and payments, assist in year end stock checks and cash counts alongside general filing and administrative duties. You will also provide support to departments and parks within the group in various ways. This can be in the form of checking queries, clarifying procedures and delivering training. This is a permanent, full time position. Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm, however other hours and weekend work may occasionally be required. The Purchase Ledger Clerk position is ideal for anyone with an interest in Accounts roles, or studying towards professional qualifications within a commutable distance of Wallingford.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/food-beverage-assistant-bude-sm59/ . The Food and Beverage team at Sandymouth Holiday Resort are looking for a Food and Beverage Assistant to join their friendly team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the team and work alongside our experience Food and Beverage Manager. You will work under the leadership of the Food and Beverage Manager to provide guests to the resort with an outstanding, memorable experience. This will include serving food and drinks within the bar and restaurant areas, taking orders and ensuring the cleanliness and presentation of all areas is to the company’s high standards. Key Responsibilities Serving of all food and beverages promptly and efficiently. Ensuring all areas are kept clean and well presented by efficient glass collecting within the bar areas and resetting of tables within the restaurant. Accurate cash handling using Epos systems. Stock rotation of merchandise on shelves and in fridges to minimise waste. This is a seasonal position to work variable hours. This will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This Food and Beverage Assistant position is ideal for anyone searching for Bar or Waiting on jobs within Bude and the surrounding areas. Don’t miss out on this opportunity and apply today!

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/head-chef-bude-sm56/ Sandymouth Holiday Resort in Bude now has a Head Chef position available at their stunning coastal location in Bude. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Chef to progress their career within this busy, popular resort. The ideal candidate will possess a wealth of previous knowledge and be comfortable within a busy kitchen environment. You will be adept at leading and motivating a team, pushing them to produce high quality dishes. Key Responsibilities Ensure the consistent and prompt food service within the team. Accurate stock control including performing stocktakes and ordering. Ensure the cleanliness of all kitchen areas at all times. Check all published menus and specials boards have correct selling prices and information. Provision of correct portion sizes in line with company guidelines and control of all waste. Ensure the team comply with all food hygiene regulations at all times. The successful candidate will take on a range of day to day responsibilities. Alongside ensuring prompt and efficient preparation and service, you will keep strict stock controls including managing waste and stock ordering. Training members of the team is key, along with motivation and management to gain the best from all members. This is a full time, permanent position to work variable hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. The Head Chef position is ideal for anyone searching for Chef positions within the Bude area.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/kitchen-porter-bude-sm49/ The team at Sandymouth Holiday Resort now has a Kitchen Porter position available. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the team at this five star resort in Cornwall. We are looking for someone who will work together with the kitchen team to be responsible for all aspects of kitchen preparation and procedure, portion control and waste management, and will perform consistently in line with the company’s high standards. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in a career in catering to learn new skills and gain valuable experience alongside our talented team. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of food and basic dishes where required and able. Efficient and correct stock rotation in order to minimise waste within the kitchen. Ensure the cleanliness of all work areas and stations. Provision of correct portion sizes and control of all waste. Comply with all food hygiene regulations. Wash and replenish all of the glasses, crockery, utensils, kitchenware and equipment in a prompt and timely manner. The Kitchen Porter position is ideal for an ambitious and motivated individual who is looking for a long term role, in which to learn and develop new skills. This is a seasonal position to work variable hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This role is ideal for candidates searching for kitchen jobs within a commutable distance of Bude and the surrounding areas.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/food-beverage-assistant-whitecross-pm52/ The Bar and Waiting team at Piran Meadows Resort and Spa are looking for a Food and Beverage Assistant to join their growing team. This five star resort is located close to the popular destination of Newquay and is a stunning location for holidaying guests. The successful candidate will work within the friendly team to serve food and beverages to our guests in line with the company’s high standards. This will include maintaining the cleanliness of the bar and restaurant areas and keeping the area fully stocked. Key Responsibilities Serving food and beverages promptly and efficiently. Glass collecting and resetting of tables. Ensure the cleanliness and presentation of all areas. Cash handling, using Epos Systems. Stock rotation of merchandise on shelves and in fridges. In order to ensure the highest standards of service are given within our bar and restaurant, excellent customer service skills are essential. This is a seasonal position to work variable hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This role is perfect for anyone searching for bar or waiting positions within a commutable distance of Whitecross.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/chef-de-partie-wootton-bridge-wsb72/ A position is now available at Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat for a Chef de Partie to join the team. Woodside Bay is located just outside of Wootton Bridge, close to Ryde on the Isle of Wight. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to advance in their career to join us and work as a key part of our busy, skilled kitchen team at this beautiful park. following a successful interview, you will join us to become a key part of the kitchen team. You will take on many day to day responsibilities, including consistent food preparation to a high standard, maintaining the cleanliness of all work stations and kitchen areas, and overseeing stock and waste levels. Key Responsibilities Ensuring all food service is prompt and to a high standard. Working on stock ordering and ensuring good levels of stock rotation. General cleanliness of all work and kitchen areas. Ensure published menus and specials boards have the correct selling prices. Ensure that the correct portion sizes and waste targets are adhered to as outlined. Ensure all food hygiene regulations and procedures are adhered to. On-site accommodation is available if required Become part of our team and help us to continue to help our guests and holiday home owners create holiday memories which will last a lifetime. This is a permanent position to work variable hours which will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This CDP position would be absolutely perfect for anyone searching for Chef positions within the Ryde area on the Isle of Wight.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/spa-supervisor-wootton-bridge-wsb69/ We are currently looking to recruit a Spa Supervisor at Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat on the Isle of Wight. The five star Retreat offers luxurious lodge accommodation to its guests and provides the ultimate setting in which guests can relax and take full advantage of all the resort and spa have to offer. Key Responsibilities Work as part of the team to provide various treatments such as nails and massage. Help to promote the salon and other park facilities. Take bookings and enquiries through various methods such as email and telephone. Promote sales of products and treatments where appropriate. Ensure client confidentiality at all times. Monitoring and ordering of stock within the salon. This is a varied and interesting role using luxury brands such as Aromatherapy Associates to provide a range of beauty treatments and massage to guests. You will be involved in all aspects of the salon, from dealing with enquiries and taking bookings to providing treatments and ensuring the cleanliness and presentation of the salon. We are looking for someone who has an NVQ level 3 in Beauty Therapy or equivalent. This is a permanent, full-time position to work variable hours including weekends and Bank Holidays.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/head-chef-wootton-brigde-wsb66/ Our Kitchen team at the five star retreat; Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat are looking for a Head Chef.   The successful Chef will work within our experienced kitchen team to assist in the preparation and serving of our five star standard menu. This will include the preparation of various components of the dishes, preparing desserts and assisting in the presentation of dishes. Key Responsibilities Consistent and prompt preparation and food service. Stock ordering and stock rotation. Cleanliness of all work areas. Completing staff rotas for the kitchen team. Ensure published menus and specials boards have correct selling prices. Provision of correct portion sizes and control of all waste. Comply with all food hygiene regulations. Alongside this, you will ensure all work surfaces and kitchen areas are kept clean and hygienic at all times, keeping standards in line with the Darwin Escapes high expectations. There are a multitude of training opportunities within our skilled team, so this position would suit an ambitious Chef looking to further their career. This is a permanent position to work full time, variable hours. This will include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/food-beverage-supervisor-pocklington-kp56/ Food and Beverage Supervisor required at our Golf Resort; The KP Club in Pocklington. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a key role to join our busy team at our beautiful location in Pocklington, close to York. The KP Club is a popular golf resort, hosting a variety of events throughout the year including golfing tournaments and weddings. The restaurant offers an extensive menu which has a diverse range of offerings, set within a modern retail complex with a high volume turnover. The successful candidate will serve food and beverages in line with the company’s high standards. Day to day responsibilities will be primarily providing excellent customer service to guests. You will also ensure the bar and restaurant areas are kept clean and tidy at all times, by efficient glass collecting and resetting of tables. Key Responsibilities Serving food and beverages promptly and efficiently. Lead the team in ensuring the highest standards of customer service Ensure the prompt glass collecting and resetting of tables. Ensure the cleanliness and presentation of all areas within the bar and restaurant at all times. Ensure accurate cash handling within the team, using Epos Systems. Accurate stock rotation of merchandise on shelves and in fridges. We are looking for someone with a friendly personality, upbeat attitude and great customer service skills. This is a permanent position to work variable hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This role is ideal for candidates searching for Bar, Waiting and Supervisor opportunities within a commutable distance of Pocklington and York.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/commis-chef-pocklington-kp48/ A Commis Chef position has become available at The KP Club, Pocklington. Be sure not to miss out on this! This is an excellent opportunity to become part of this busy team to sharpen existing skills alongside learning new ones. Working with the Head Chef and the kitchen team, you will play a key part in producing high standard dishes, from preparation to presentation. You will ensure that all procedures and portion sizing is in line with our company standards, whilst also ensuring that presentation and food served is of the highest quality. Key Responsibilities Consistent and prompt preparation and food service. Accurate stock rotation and effective waste control. You must ensure the cleanliness of all working areas. Expected to ensure that we always comply with food hygiene regulations. Provision of correct portion sizes in line with company guidelines. Some previous experience in a similar position is an advantage, however an enthusiastic and dedicated work ethic is the real key to success in this role. The position available is permanent. You will work full time hours to include a range of shifts over weekdays, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This Commis Chef position is ideal for any Chefs job searching in the York area.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/breakfast-chef-pocklington-kp43/ The team at The KP Club, Pocklington, are looking for a Breakfast Chef to join their team. The successful Chef will work within our experienced kitchen team to assist in the preparation and serving of our five star standard menu. This will include the preparation of various components of the dishes, preparing desserts and assisting in the presentation of dishes. Alongside this, you will ensure all work surfaces and kitchen areas are kept clean and hygienic at all times, keeping standards in line with the Darwin Escapes high expectations. Key Responsibilities Ensure all food service is prompt and to the company's high standards . Take control of effective stock rotation and ordering to minimise waste. Ensure the cleanliness of all work areas. Oversee service to ensure correct portion sizes and presentation. Comply with all food hygiene regulations at all times. There are a multitude of training opportunities within our skilled team, so this position would suit an ambitious Chef looking to further their career. This is a permanent position to work full time, variable hours. This will include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/part-time-spa-therapist-keswick-kr77/ Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat are now looking for a Part Time Spa Therapist to join their skilled team at their five-star resort. This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate who is within a commutable distance of the resort and looking to join a friendly team. Keswick Reach offers luxurious lodge accommodation to its guests and is a newly developed park which makes it a gorgeous environment to work in. Having won the ‘Best in Britain’ award for the past 2 years, you can be sure of joining an award winning team to deliver the highest standards of guest care. Key Responsibilities Provide beauty treatments to park guests from treatment menu. Provide cover on Saturdays for manicure/pedicure treatments. Actively promote the salon and park facilities. Take bookings by phone and in person. Upsell beauty products to guests, where appropriate. Ensure client confidentiality. Monitoring and ordering of stock. The role will require the successful applicant to work as part of the Spa team, providing a range of beauty treatments using Aromatherapy Associates products. We are looking for a Spa Therapist who has an NVQ level 3 in Beauty Therapy or equivalent. This is a permanent, part-time position to work variable hours including weekends and bank holidays. We are particularly looking for someone who can work flexibly to cover a number of days. This role is perfect for candidates searching for Spa or Beauty Therapist positions close to Keswick or the surrounding areas.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/food-and-beverage-supervisor-keswick-kr74/ An excellent opportunity has arisen at Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat for a Food and Beverage Supervisor to join the 5 star team. You will become a key part of the Food and Beverage team at this family friendly resort in Keswick. The main responsibilities will include supervising the front of house team to ensure a high standard of customer service is provided at all times. You will do this by maintaining a clean and tidy bar and restaurant area at all times, clearing and resetting tables promptly and keeping correct levels of stock. Alongside this you will assist in team training and give support to the Food and Beverage Manager where required. Key Responsibilities Supervising the Front of House team. Ensuring prompt service of food and beverages to a high standard. Glass collecting and resetting of tables. Ensure the cleanliness and presentation of all areas. Ensure accurate cash handling, using Epos Systems. Stock rotation of merchandise on shelves and in fridges to avoid excessive waste. Due to the customer facing nature of the role, excellent customer service skills are essential. An enthusiastic personality and some experience within a bar or restaurant setting are also key in success within this role. This is a permanent position to work variable hours. This will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. This position is ideal for candidates searching for Bar and Waiting positions within a commutable distance of Keswick.

https://www.darwinescapes.co.uk/careers/job/spa-therapist-maternity-cover-8-14-per-hour-kr54/ A position to cover a period of maternity leave has become available at Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat. This is an excellent opportunity for a Beauty Therapist with Spa experience to progress their career within our experienced team. Key Responsibilities Provide beauty treatments to park guests from treatment menu. Actively promote the salon and park facilities. Take bookings by phone and in person. Upsell beauty products to guests, where appropriate. Ensure client confidentiality. Monitoring and ordering of stock. You will work within the team to provide a range of beauty treatments from the treatment menu, including facials, manicures and massage. Alongside this you will provide help and advice to guests on treatments and products, upselling these where appropriate. You will also take bookings and enquiries over the phone, emails and face to face, so an excellent level of customer service is essential. This is a maternity cover position to work part time, variable hours. This will usually be 2 days per week and will include weekends and bank holidays. The Spa Therapist role is ideal for anyone searching for Spa and Beauty jobs within a commutable distance of Keswick.