Jobs boost as hotel giant looks to fill 30 positions

HOTEL giant Travelodge is recruiting to fill positions at its sites throughout Wales, including three hotels in Carmarthenshire.

The UK’S second-largest hotel chain, which operates 594 hotels across the UK, Ireland and Spain including 27 properties in Wales, is looking to fill 30 positions immediately across Wales in readiness for the summer staycation season. The list of hotels where positions need filling include its sites in Llanelli, Carmarthen, St Clears and Swansea.

As an equal opportunities employer, Travelodge welcomes applications from all candidates, including Ukrainian refugees who need a fresh start and have a right to work in the UK.

These 30 permanent positions are part of the company’s nationwide summer recruitment programme to fill 700 jobs in total across its UK estate and head office.

The 30 positions to be filled in Wales include the following roles: Hotel manager Supervisor

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Travelodge says it is also committed to supporting parents by offering jobs close to home, flexible working hours around the school run, a range of benefits and a path into management.

Hannah Thomson, Travelodge chief people officer, said: “There has never been a better time than now to join a sector that can open a door to endless opportunities. We are gearing up for a busy summer season, so if you have passion, determination and a real desire to look after people, then we will help you learn the rest, as joining Travelodge opens the door to training, coaching and career progression. Our in-house management development programme has helped hundreds of entry-level colleagues into a management job. We also offer flexible working hours, ideal for parents who want to work.”

For further information on careers and benefits at Travelodge, visit www.travelodge.co.uk/careers