A range of quality own-brand and high street restaurants and cafés, mixed with great food, family-friendly menus and a generous sprinkling of excellent service. That's the recipe for success in our Food and Beverage department.
Around each village, the Food and Beverage department employs around 350 team members across nine different restaurants, cafés and bars, as well as a production kitchen. There's also a further five concessionary units including well-known brands such as Bella Italia and Café Rouge. From American grills to authentic Indian cuisine, or for those wanting a relaxing drink after a busy day, there's something to suit all appetites at Center Parcs.
STORES ASSISTANT - FOOD AND BEVERAGE | £12.37 per hour
In this role you will ensure that all goods in and out of the warehouse are controlled to the relevant procedures, adhering to Center Parcs code of practice. You will perform stock rotation on a daily basis for all incoming goods and ensure that all stock movement both in and out of the warehouse is properly recorded.
Other responsibilities will include booking in all deliveries and checking quality and quantities are correct and ensuring that all requisitions are fully picked and delivered to the site and meet venue necessity.
Heavy lifting will be required as you will load and unload all delivery vehicles promptly and safely.
Previous experience in a similar role would be preferred, however full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Elveden Forest (NG22 9DN), as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey
HOURS OF WORK
You will be contracted to work 120 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. These shifts will fall between 7am and 6pm and will include working 3 out of 4 weekends.
As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Essential requirements:
* Full Driving Licence
* Previous experience working within a warehouse / retail environment
* Good interpersonal skills
* A friendly and professional persona
* The ability to work under pressure
Desirable requirements:
* A Basic Food Hygiene qualification
About The Benefits
Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:
* Colleague Bonus Scheme
* Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
* Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
* Free use of our leisure facilities
* Discounted Center Parcs breaks
* 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
* Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
* An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
* Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications
If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.
Closing date:
24th September 2025
Interviews to be held:
Ongoing
Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.
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