Job Description
Lead, Inspire, Succeed – Become a Designate General Manager at Parkdean Resorts!
Get ready for an exciting journey into the heart of holiday park life! As a Designate General Manager, you'll dive into every aspect of running a holiday park, learning the ropes and building the skills to manage your very own park someday. This is your chance to shine!
At a strategic level, you'll collaborate with Regional Directors and General Managers to hit EBITDA targets while championing our mission to craft unforgettable guest experiences. Your role will be vital in keeping our holiday parks running smoothly across the nation, so be prepared to be flexible and ready to relocate as needed!
So, why Parkdean Resorts?
Besides our one-of-a-kind team culture and stunning locations across the UK, we offer:
* Annual management bonus scheme
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Career development: Boost your skills across our 66 parks with top-notch training!
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Employee Assistance Programme: Enjoy a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support—your wellbeing is our top priority.
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Generous discounts: 50% off for you and 25% off for friends and family when booking holidays with us.
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Team member discount: 30% off on everything from fabulous food to fun leisure activities.
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Exclusive deals: Enjoy discounts on meal kits and local gyms, just for you!
We are committed to being a force for good, caring for our parks, people, and planet. We celebrate our communities and natural environment, enhancing the amazing memories we create for years to come.
What you will be doing...
* Champion our company values to create a positive, high-performing culture and engaged teams while ensuring compliance with legal, health, safety, and GDPR regulations.
* Oversee all financial aspects of the park, including budgets, sales, profit margins, and expenses to meet annual financial targets.
* Hold weekly Head of Department meetings and monthly Health & Safety meetings to ensure collaboration and compliance.
* Collaborate with Heads of Department to craft and execute tailored business plans with clear performance targets.
* Partner with the central People Team to recruit, onboard, and develop new talent, helping them grow and thrive.
* Lead park winterisation plans and capital projects while proactively identifying any weaknesses or security risks.
Some of the skills we’re looking for:
* Senior-level experience managing large teams across multiple departments.
* A passion for fostering a positive, engaged, and growth-focused workplace culture.
* Strong influencing, negotiating, and relationship-building skills.
* A commercial mindset focused on driving business performance and financial success.
* Tech-savvy with the ability to adapt to and master new systems quickly.
* Highly organized, able to juggle multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
Whatever you do, please don’t filter yourself out! We are flexible when considering an applicant’s skills and experience, so don’t be put off if you don’t tick all the boxes.
Are we the right fit for you?
At Parkdean Resorts, we don’t leave unforgettable moments to chance. We pitch in, have fun, and grow, challenging and inspiring each other to make great things happen every single day. We’re people people, Parkdean people, and we do everything we can to ensure our guests and owners create amazing memories.
Parkdean Resorts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Background checks, including DBS (or equivalent), will be carried out if appropriate.
We strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe and comfortable discussing disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests, please reach out to our team.