Jobs at Lappa
From serving up deliciousness in our cafe, driving the trains or working on the boating lake, there are number of roles at Lappa Valley, one of the Cornwall's best days out! Whether you’re here for a summer job or to build your career, a job at Lappa Valley will always be exciting, inspiring and rewarding.
Current Vacancies
Seasonal Miniature Train driver and boatling lake assistant.
THIS POST IS FOR 3 DAYS PER WEEK – FRIDAY, SUNDAY & MONDAY.
We are looking for fun, outgoing and motivated individuals to work in our leisure park, helping to give our visitors the best day out! We have a part time 3 day per week seasonal position available from now until the end of October. Further opportunities after the season time may be available to the right person.
We pride ourselves in welcoming over 100,000 visitors to the Lappa Valley every single year and your job will be to make sure they leave with a smile!
If you are interested in a varied and exciting season, with customer satisfaction at the forefront of your mind, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- To be trained to drive the two miniature railways in the leisure park at East Wheal Rose (Woodland Railway and Newlyn Downs branch-line)
- To assist visitors on and off the boating lake pedalo swans.
- To be trained in safety critical duties of the main railway, such as dispatching trains.
- To ensure a high level of cleanliness throughout the park and its attractions, including litter picking, changing the bins etc.
- To deliver outstanding customer service and ensure that our visitors always leave with a smile on their face!
Person Requirements – essential
- You will be an excellent communicator.
- You are confident and outgoing.
- Be over the age of 18.
- You have a can-do, positive approach towards work.
- You are very customer focussed, with our aim of being the best day out, firmly in mind.
- Due to the location of Lappa Valley, you will need your own transport.
Person Requirements – desirable
- Previous experience working for a tourist attraction.
Ready to apply for a job?
PLEASE EMAIL A COPY OF YOUR CV – ALONG WITH A COVERING NOTE WITH THE SUBJECT OF WHICH JOB YOU ARE APPLYING FOR to work@lappavalley.co.uk
PLEASE NOTE: Applications for work will only be considered if they are sent by the person looking for work directly and not by parents/ guardians or employment agencies.
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Can I get further information on a Job?
Absolutely! If you have any questions about any of the vacancies or the application process, please email work@lappavalley.co.uk or phone 01872 510317 (between office hours 9-5 Mon-Fri)
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What if I do not have access to a computer and/or email, how do I apply?
Simply post a CV and a covering letter stating the vacancy you are applying for to
Recruitment, Lappa Valley, St Newlyn East, Cornwall, TR8 5LX.
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How long will it take to hear from you once I have applied?
We will do our best to get back to you as soon as possible, this will be via your preferred communication option (telephone or email). Please make sure your contact details on your application are correct.
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What if I need additional support during the recruitment process?
If you need adjustments or additional support throughout the recruitment process, please email work@lappavalley.co.uk , and we will be happy to assist you.