Elveden Forest

In our last staff opinion survey (2006), seven out of eight employees said they were satisfied working for Center Parcs and we enjoy a higher labour retention rate compared to the leisure industry norm.  In addition, many of our employees felt as a Company, Center Parcs continues to strive to put guests first.  So if you get a buzz helping others enjoy their holiday breaks, one of our positions below may be just for you.

For more information please contact us by telephone or email

Recruitment hotline: 01842 894804

Or email workopportunitiesef@centerparcs.co.uk

CRB Disclosure - Please note
Due to the sensitive nature of some roles as indicated by individual job descriptions, the successful applicant will be required to apply for a Disclosure with the Criminal Records Bureau.  This Disclosure, together with the other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the company for employment to commence.

Till Operator

Till Operator required to work shifts. main duties include serving guests, maintaining/selling stock. Must possess excellent customer service skills and previous retail experience.

Hours: Various shifts
Closing Date: 16 October 2008

Commis Chefs

We are seeking Commis Chefs to develop their knowledge of food production within our variety of restaurants. Experience is not required, as full training will be provided on the job.

Hours: Various hours
Closing Date: 16 October 2008

Lifeguards

Working as a lifeguard your duties will include the provision of lifeguard cover to both guests and staff whilst maintaining a high standard of service to guests in line with Company policies. Working as part of a team, the successful applicant will be an NPLQ holder, and be prepared to attend pool training on a regular basis. We provide NPLQ training courses for unqualified applicants. Please contact Personnel for further information. Hours of work will be according to a rota system, to include evenings and weekends. Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to apply for a disclosure with the Criminal Records Bureau. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory for the Company, for employment to commence.

Hours: Full time positions to include evenings and weekends
Closing Date: 18 September 2008

Nursery Nurses

Working as a Nursery Nurse in our Creche/Nursery environment you will provide fun, safe and enjoyable activities to a high standard to our guests staying at Elveden. Additionally you will experience working with children and their parents/carers. You will need to be qualified to NNEB/NVQ/BTEC Level 3 in childcare or equivalent. Various hours and shifts will include some weekend work. Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to apply for disclosure with the Criminal Records Bureau. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory for the Company for employment to commence.

Hours: Full Time
Closing Date: 30 October 2008

Waitress/Waiter

Show us you have a lively outgoing personality with a sense of fun and commitment to customer service and we can offer you a great opportunity to work in one of our truly unique restaurants/bars. Weekend and Evening Part time positions are also available.

Hours: Various hours
Closing Date: 16 October 2008

Take Away Food Service - Delivery Driver

At Center Parcs we are developing our business at high speed. We already have a successful "take-away" food service available to our guests, which encompasses our excellent authentic Indian and Italian cuisine. We are extending this offer to include Chinese food and moving this entire concept into its own purpose built operating unit at the heart of our Village. If you feel you have the relevant experience and/or qualifications and possess a valid driving license, enthusiasm and a positive approach we would like to hear from you.

Hours: Full and Part Time hours
Closing Date: 16 October 2008

Kitchen Steward - Various Units

Kitchen Stewards are required to work various shifts in assisting with quality of service to our guests. You will assist the departmental management in the general running of the department, paying particular attention to levels of cleanliness and standards of service.

Hours: Various hours
Closing Date: 16 October 2008

Assistant Manager Grade 1 & 3 - Various units

To assist the Head of Department in effectively controlling, coordinating and planning the activities of the unit to laid down standards of procedure to maintain high guest satisfaction levels through service and value for money and to achieve budgeted financial targets. To maximise on the business potential of the department through the development of highly skilled staff.

Hours: 160 hours per 4 week period
Closing Date: 09 October 2008

Chef de Partie

Opportunities exist to work in our busy Kitchens preparing food for our guests in our themed Restaurants. As Chef de Partie you will assist and support the Head Chef in the general running of the kitchen and training of new chefs. You will supervise production of food and one area of the kitchen in line with the Standards of Performance Manual, the service schedule and maintain a high standard of hygiene in the kitchen.  We require a minimum of 2 years experience at this level, supervisory experience would be an advantage.

Hours: Various hours
Closing Date: 09 October 2008

Beauty Therapist

The Aqua Sana, Center Parcs very own unique Health Spa, has fantastic opportunities for friendly enthusiastic beauty therapists to join our team. You should be qualified or working towards your NVQ3 or Cidesco, Babtec, Itec or equivalent. Experience using Elemis, Decleor and Jessica would be an advantage however is not essential as full training will be given.

Hours: Part time weekend work
Closing Date: 30 October 2008

Spa Attendant (lifeguard)

Working within our Aqua Sana, Elveden's very own unique Health Spa. You must hold an NPLQ qualification and have excellent communication skills. If you are a strong swimmer training may be available for you to obtain your NPLQ.

Hours: Full and Part Time
Closing Date: 04 October 2008

Domestic Assistants

We require domestic assistants to cover various hours and shifts. These hours could range between 5.30am - 2.45pm. The early morning  shift starts at 6am until 10am on a rota basis including weekends. Villa cleaners cover Monday and Friday 10.00am - 2.45pm. Accommodation Service cleaners work various hours throughout the week on a rota basis. Your duties may involve general cleaning within restuarants, retail and leisure outlets, and also villas. Transport is provided from many areas, details available on request. Due to the sensitive nature of the role of some of these positions the successful applicants for those positions will be required to apply for disclosure with Criminal Records Bureau. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory for the Company for employment to commence.

Hours: Various
Closing Date: 09 October 2008

Domestic Assistant Serviced Accommodation

To ensure that the highest standards of cleanliness are achieved and maintained on a daily basis, within the Executive villas and Lakeview Apartments. To be carried out discretely with minimum disruption to guests, to ensure that complete guest care and satisfaction is provided without exception at all times. working within all legal requirements and ensuring the maximum security of any keys whilst in use on the village. Reporting of Tech Service defects and any guest requests to the supervisory team

Hours: Part Time
Closing Date: 09 October 2008