About The Role
We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven General Manager to lead our team at Talacre Beach Resort, one of Darwin Escapes’ popular coastal destinations in North Wales.
Job Description
Location: Station Road, Talacre.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong operational leader with proven sales awareness and site management experience to take full responsibility for a busy and diverse holiday resort. It is a permanent full‑time position working 40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays.
About Talacre Beach Resort
Talacre Beach Resort is a vibrant coastal holiday park offering a mix of holiday home ownership, holiday accommodation and on‑site leisure facilities. Located close to the North Wales coastline, the resort attracts a wide range of guests and owners looking for both relaxation and a lively holiday experience. With multiple operational departments including accommodation, grounds, leisure and food and beverage, this is a fast‑paced and varied environment where strong leadership is essential to deliver consistently high standards. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on both the guest experience and the commercial success of the resort.
About Darwin Escapes
Darwin Escapes operates 18 unique holiday destinations across the United Kingdom, each offering high‑quality accommodation and memorable guest experiences. Our teams are passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating lasting memories for our guests and holiday homeowners. As part of Darwin Escapes, you will be joining a growing organisation that values its people and supports career development at all levels.
Role Responsibilities
* Leading the day‑to‑day operations across all resort departments
* Driving commercial performance and supporting sales activity
* Working closely with the Sales team to enhance the customer journey and maximise revenue
* Managing budgets, monitoring spend and ensuring financial targets are met
* Leading, developing and motivating departmental teams
* Ensuring high standards of presentation, service and compliance across the park
* Conducting regular park walks and operational audits
* Managing customer feedback and ensuring an excellent guest experience
About You
* Previous experience in a General Manager or senior leadership role within hospitality, leisure or holiday parks
* Strong sales awareness and commercial understanding
* Proven site or multi‑department management experience
* Experience managing budgets and operational performance
* Excellent leadership and communication skills
* A hands‑on, proactive and solutions‑focused approach
* A driving licence is desirable due to the nature of the role
* Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom
What’s in it for you
* Competitive salary (£40,000 – £45,000)
* Enhanced holiday entitlement
* Discounted staff breaks at our luxury resorts across the UK
* Free use of resort facilities including gyms and swimming pools
* Food discounts across all resorts
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to the Darwin Academy training programme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* MediCash health plan (some benefits are subject to terms and conditions)
Closing Date
Tuesday 14th April, 2026
Contract Type
Full‑time
Salary
From £40,000.00 yearly to £45,000.00 yearly
Required Criteria
* Right to live and work in the UK
* Proven team management experience
* Experience overseeing financial performance, including managing budgets
Desired Criteria
* Previous holiday resort experience
* Knowledge of health and safety compliance
* A driving licence is beneficial for ease of travel to and from the resort
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