Hotel chain Travelodge has launched a recruitment drive to fill 600 jobs ranging from managers to receptionists.
The roles are spread across its 582 UK hotels as well as at its headquarters in Thame, Oxfordshire, including several positions in Essex.
Travelodge said it believes the trend for more “staycation” holidays in the UK will continue, giving a boost to the hospitality sector.
The company has an in-house management development programme which, according to the hotelier, has helped thousands of entry-level staff climb the career ladder.
To attract parents, it can also offer flexible working hours around the school run.
The 600 jobs include full- and part-time positions, including managers, bar staff, cleaners and receptionists, and head office roles in finance, marketing, computing and sales.
Travelodge chief executive Craig Bonnars said: “The start of a new year is a great opportunity to kick-start a new career change.
“Working in the hotel industry is fun and exciting and it opens a door to a world of opportunities.”
What Travelodge jobs are available in Essex?
The Travelodge jobs up for grabs in Essex are as follows:
Southend-on-Sea Travelodge
Night Receptionist Team Member
Hours: 32 hours per week
Pay: £9.80 per hour
Stansted Great Dunmow Travelodge
Hours: 12 hours per week
Pay: £8.91 per hour
Hours: Part-time (Weekend-only)
Pay: £8.91 per hour
Hours: Between 24 and 32 hours per week
Pay: £8.91 per hour
Chelmsford Travelodge
Hours: Part-time (Weekend-only)
Pay: £8.91 per hour
Brentwood East Hordon Travelodge
Hours: 8 hours per week
Pay: £8.91 per hour
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