Recruitment & Work Experience
Thank you for your interest in Longleat Safari & Adventure Park. We welcome your application for any vacancies listed on this page.
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Permanent Vacancies
Learning & Development Officer
The Longleat Group is going through substantial growth and change and this is an exciting time to join as you will be influential in developing the staff in order to meet our ambitious growth.
The Learning and Development Officer will plan, design and deliver training programmes to improve business performance through increasing the competencies of all staff. You will work closely with the HR Director, HR Manager and functional Directors and other stakeholders to ensure the development and delivery of a comprehensive training strategy aimed at staff at all levels across the business , incorporating Leisure, Retail, Hotels.
The role will include the full L&D cycle, induction, TNA, design, delivery, appraisals, talent management, succession planning, and you will be able to select the correct approach to meet company needs, always being mindful of the department’s budget.
Your experience should include a high level of commercial awareness with the ability to give confident and persuasive presentations with credibility and authority, previous experience in a customer facing, commercial organisation preferably in hospitality or service industry with CIPD or other recognised L&D qualification a prerequisite.
This is a new permanent position and offers a competitive rate of pay for the right candidate. A full job description can be given on request.
If you think you are suitable for this role please submit your full CV with covering letter to recruitment@longleat.co.uk or by post to Eleanor Webb, The HR Department, Longleat, Warminster, BA12 7NW.
Closing date for applications is 24th May 2013
Seasonal Vacancies
Seasonal Animal Warden
Longleat Safari Park is the UK’s No 1 safari and adventure park and, at present, we are undergoing redevelopment. As part of this development process the walk around exhibit area of the park is going through some exciting changes. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates that can assist in developing and delivering high standards of animal care within this area of the park. The species that are currently within this section range from various large and small mammals, reptiles and invertebrates.
The successful candidate will have sound knowledge of animal husbandry and a strong team mentality to achieve the team’s objectives. Previous experience of working with exotic species would be advantageous but not essential.
This is a fixed term seasonal position until 4th November 2013.
If you think you have the right qualities for this role please submit your full CV with covering letter to recruitment@longleat.co.uk or by post to Eleanor Webb, The HR Department, Longleat, Warminster, BA12 7NW.
Seasonal Retail Assistants
We are looking for applicants for our many retail outlets dotted around the park. You will be required to serve visitors at till points, replenish stock levels and deliver excellent customer service. Previous experience would be preferable although full training will be given to the right candidate.
We have full time fixed term and casual contracts available with hours driven by business needs – weekend and bank holiday working essential
Please apply with a copy of your cv to the HR Department, The Estate Office, Longleat, Warminster BA12 7NW or e-mail to recruitment@longleat.co.uk.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Food & Beverage Assistants – FULL TIME
We are looking for a person who can deliver at all times an efficient, cheerful and couteous service whilst at the same time ensuring every effort is made to maximize sales. Working in one of our many catering outlets you will have the ability to work as part of a team as well as having a passion for serving others. Working full time hours 5 days out of 7 with immediate start through to January 2013.
Please apply with a copy of your cv to the HR Department, The Estate Office, Longleat, Warminster BA12 7NW or e-mail to recruitment@longleat.co.uk.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Food & Beverage Unit Leader
We have a great opportunity for a Food & Beverage enthusiast to get stuck in to their next challenge supporting the Food & Beverage operation. We are recruiting unit leaders for a number of food outlets around the park to support the management team in achieving targets including revenue, guest experience and food safety.
Supporting your assistant manager you will work on the ground managing the daily operation of the unit and ensuring your team can deliver a first class service to all our guests.
This position is on a fixed term contract working 5 days out of 7 based on 45 hours a week. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the business and shifts will include weekends, early evenings and bank holidays.
If you have at least one years experience in the food service industry and think you are suitable for this role please forward your CV and covering letter detailing why to: recruitment@longleat.co.uk or HR Department, The Estate Office, Longleat, Warminster. BA12 7NW
Work Experience
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Cheddar Gorge
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Longleat Hotel Group
The Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa
Food & Beverage Supervisor
To assist Restaurant Management Team within the department in maintaining standards of food & beverage quality, service, hygiene, sales and communication operating procedures. Ensure that guests are provided with an efficient, friendly and courteous service. To train the team and continually support and develop their skills. Duty Manager shifts when required.
This position is a full time permanent position working 5 days out of 7 and offers a competitive rate of pay.
Please send a covering letter and Curriculum Vitae to unni.bala@bishopstrow.co.uk or by post to Unni Balsasubramanian, Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa, Warminster BA12 9HH
Previous applicants need not apply
Receptionist
We are currently looking for an experienced hotel receptionist to join our front of house team. The role of Receptionist requires good customer service skills, the ability to interact with guests, good computer skills and the willingness to go that extra mile!
You would be required to ensure the day to day operation of the front desk is undertaken and the guests experience is at the highest quality. To deal with the payment of guest bills on a daily basis and to ensure all queries and requests are dealt with satisfactorily. To undertake general administration as requested by the front of house manager. Experience using a hotel booking system preferable but full training will be given to the right candidate.
You will be required to work shifts 5 days out of 7 with weekend and bank holiday working due to the nature of the business.
Please send a covering letter and Curriculum Vitae to victoria.jones@bishopstrow.co.uk or by post to Victoria Jones, Reception Manager Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa, Warminster BA12 9HH
Previous applicants need not apply
Waiting Staff
We are currently seeking experienced waiting staff for our Mulberry restaurant which offers two dining experiences, either our A La Carte menu for those wishing to experience our imaginative and creative dishes or relax in the Mulberry conservatory with our more informal All Day Dining Menu. As an experienced waiter you would ensure that guests are provided with drinks and food when requested and offered these when appropriate in an effort to maximise sales. To ensure the Restaurant service is at a quality at all times whilst preserving a level of guest privacy. To complete all cleaning and preparation to ensure a smooth service at all times.
This position will be on a casual agreement working any days/hours required and as agreed by the management.
Please send a covering letter and Curriculum Vitae to unni.bala@bishopstrow.co.uk or by post to Unni Balsasubramanian, Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa, Warminster BA12 9HH
Previous applicants need not apply
Homewood Park Hotel & Spa
Head Chef
Homewood Park Hotel & Spa are looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen function to achieve the highest standards of food production. You will be passionate about working with the finest, freshest ingredients and in delivering quality dishes and products. You will take an organised approach to your role and prioritise effectively to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen striving to improve quality standards, profitability, staff development and retention. You will be an exceptional team player with excellent communication skills and have a key focus on detail to deliver outstanding quality and service. This is a full time permanent position working minimum of 40 hours a week 5 days out of 7.
If you think you are suitable for this role please forward your CV and covering letter detailing why to:
joshua.watts@homewoodpark.co.uk
or by post to Homewood Park Hotel & Spa, Abbey Lane, Freshford, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7TB
Previous applicants need not apply.
Experienced Waiting Staff
We are currently looking for a Waiter/ Waitress to join our team at Homewood Park. The Lime Restaurant serves the finest in modern English cuisine and is one of the most popular restaurants in Bath. We are in need of an experienced charismatic waiter/waitress with a genuine passion for delivering a bespoke personable guest experience. You would need to excel in guest care and deliver a warm and charming service, work part of a team and have a “can do” attitude.
We have full time permanent and Casual contracts available with bank holiday and weekend working essential due to the nature of the business.
If you think you are suitable for this role please forward your CV and covering letter detailing why to:
Vivek.salgaonkar@homewoodpark.co.uk or by post to Vivek Salgaonkar, Homewood Park Hotel & Spa, Abbey Lane, Hinton Charterhouse, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7TB
Receptionist
The role for Receptionist requires good customer service skills, the ability to interact with visitors, good computer skills and the willingness to go the extra step for our guests. Experience in a similar environment would be advantageous but not essential as training will be given. This is a full time permanent position working 5 days out of 7 which will include bank holidays and weekends.
If you think you are suitable for this role please forward your CV and covering letter detailing why to:
ssallis@longleat.co.uk or by post to Sam Sallis, Homewood Park Hotel & Spa, Abbey Lane, Hinton Charterhouse, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7TB