Job Description We are looking for a Golf Retail Assistant to join our team at Dundonald Links in Irvine, Ayrshire.
Hourly rate of £11.44 This is a seasonal position to work part time hours.
This will be across variable days which will include weekends and bank holidays.
This role will run 9th December 2024 to 18th January 2025.
Shift times will vary to cover the shop opening times between 7am - 6:30pm.
Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business and weekend shifts will be required. Company overview: Darwin Escapes has 26 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering.
Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you!
About The Role Main responsibilities: The successful Golf Retail Assistant will · Assist with the day to day running of the Golf Shop.
· Assist with Visual Merchandising of all staff areas, stock management , receipt, sku and inventory.
· Provide excellent customer service.
· Provide customers with excellent product knowledge.
· Assist with the running of corporate golf day events.
Additional duties may include: · Assisting with other golf operations such as service staff, course ranger and concierge.
Requirements: Similar previous experience is an advantage.
A knowledge of golf is essential for this position.
A positive work ethic with a willingness to learn new skills is desirable.
A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort.
What's in it for you: · Competitive rate of pay.
· Enhanced holiday entitlement (*with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
· Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
· Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
· Food discount across all resorts.
· *Free complimentary round of Golf .
· Discounts on spa treatments.
· *Discount on website ticket prices for Chester Zoo, the UK's largest charity zoo.
· *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
· *Company employee sick pay.
· Compassionate leave pay.
· Employee Assistance Programme.
· Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
· Cycle to work scheme.
· MediCash cash plan.
*Subject to terms and conditions Why work for us: 'Darwin Escapes is successful because of our Team, who are like minded, dedicated and committed to delivering outstanding standards and customer experience.
This is how we support each other to carve those life long memories for our holiday home owners, holiday guests and golf members and visitors' – Lindsey Esse, Managing Director.
Skills Needed About The Company A Darwin Escape will always be the perfect destination.
A chance to unwind, power down or charge up!
You'll be all set to explore, seize adventure, dream bigger and let go of it all.
Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting, or a fun-packed family break in the heart of the action, we've got the perfect escape waiting for you.
Each of our locations are unique – no two are the same.
We have lots of different accommodation, from luxury lodges complete with their own private hot tub, through to family-sized caravans and even treehouses.
We want you to love your escape, so we are always striving for excellence.
All of our resorts are beautifully-maintained, with our award-winning facilities and stunning accommodation.
Where you can relax and unwind or have an adventure filled holiday break away – make it your holiday, your way.
Company Culture Start your career with one of the fastest growing companies in the UK holiday industry.
Darwin Escapes has 26 locations across the country, each with its own unique personality and offering, including luxurious lodge retreats, more family focused destinations and countryside tranquil locations.
We offer something for everyone, from our holidays guests, holiday home owners to our valued staff.
No matter where you are in the country we are sure to have a resort near you.
Whether you're down at the southern-most point of Cornwall or all the way up to Ayrshire in Scotland, and everywhere in between, we have the career for you!
If you're looking for a role in entertainment, food and beverage or at a management level the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you.
With a friendly and encouraging environment you can start your career at Darwin Escapes with lots of opportunities for progression or movement amongst locations.
Desired Criteria Similar previous experience is an advantage A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort A positive work ethic with a willingness to learn new skills Required Criteria Right to Live and work in the UK A knowledge of golf is essential for this position Closing Date Wednesday 12th March, 2025