Team Leader - Beddgelert

Forest Retreat Team Leader - Beddgelert, Snowdonia

Working at Forest Holidays isn’t like any ordinary job.  Our business is a people business and we’re in the business of providing our guests with the ultimate holiday experience unmatched anywhere.

One of our most varied roles, our Forest Retreat Team Leaders support the Forest Retreat Manager in the everyday running of our on-location shop, take-away café, and reception. Managing all aspects of the Forest Retreat is a demanding, but rewarding, role that helps to create extraordinary experiences for our guests.

Duties include: opening and closing the Forest Retreat, delegating tasks to the team, communicating with guests and activity suppliers, cash handling, ordering, food safety and ensuring the retail area is fully stocked and priced.

Benefits: In addition to endless opportunities, working here you will also enjoy a wide variety of benefits. All of our team members get an exclusive discount of 20% in the Forest Retreat, up to 50% off on cabin breaks, and friends and family can also save 15% on their Forest Holiday. In addition to these, you could make fantastic savings with our wide range of partners. But this isn’t all! You will also have a full uniform provided, receive a substantial holiday allowance of 28 days including all public bank holidays, and be enrolled on our generous pension scheme following three months service! As you’ll be working for an innovative, forward-thinking, company with ambitious growth plans there are also an endless array of opportunities for further training and real chances to progress in your career. As you progress more benefits will become available to you such as medical insurance and a substantial life assurance policy.

As you’ll be responsible for making sure the Forest Retreat is merchandised to our high brand standards, you’ll need to be organised and have an eye for detail. Our Forest Retreat Team Leaders are always willing to help, flexible, hard-working team players who make the most of the natural environment they work in. They are also knowledgeable about our product and the surrounding area and are able to establish a report with our guests.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in this role you’ll need to be friendly, able to communicate effectively to people of all ages, and able to work well under pressure and think on your feet. If you have previous experience which includes customer service, managing people, inventory and cash management, ideally within a retail or food and beverage environment, then we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE BUSINESS

With over 600 team members across 10 UK locations, we are passionate about creating outstanding cabin breaks in stunning locations throughout the UK, operating entirely within the Forestry Commission estate. We are continuing to grow and this could be your chance to join a fantastic team!

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To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to  stating why you think you would be perfect for this role.