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Overview

The Travel and Tourism industry comprises of many different areas including hospitality, tour operators, visitor attractions and passenger transport.

The opportunities available are very diverse and range from Hotel Management to Coach Driver, Head Chef, Events Manager, Tour Manager and many many more in between.

Take a look at the various links and job roles below to see what could be in store for you.

  • East of England is valued at more than £10bn a year, making it the largest industry sector and one of the biggest employers
  • Norfolk tourism jobs were up 3% to 69,266 and in Suffolk they were up 4% to 44,498 in 2019
  • The Travel and Tourism industry's value is predicted to grow at an annual rate of 3.8% through to 2025

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Job Ideas for this Industry

Holiday Representative  Tour guide • Cruise Ship Steward • Entertainer • Waiter / Waitress • Housekeeper • Events Manager • Lifeguard • Leisure Centre Manager • Travel Agent • Hotel Manager (For more, check out the Job Areas below)

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Did You Know?
Suffolk is home to the smallest pub in Britain; The Nutshell is situated in Bury St Edmunds is only 15ft by 7ft. The record of number of people squeezed in at one time stands at 102.

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Retail Bakery Assistant - Center Parcs
Closing Date:
26th November 2024
Location:
Elveden, Suffolk
Employer description Center Parcs is a short break holiday provider with five villages situated in forest locations around the UK providing an all inclusive environment for all of the family whatever the age, there is something for everyone. On a Center Parcs....
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Product Owner Apprentice
Closing Date:
22nd November 2024
Salary:
£11,648
Location:
Ipswich, VAC1000286272
What is an apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed fo...
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Kitchen Assistant - Forest Holidays
Closing Date:
28th November 2024
Salary:
£11.44 per hour
Location:
Shadwell, Thetford, Norfolk
Employer description Forest Holidays is a Certified B Corporation, recognised globally as a business that’s a force for good. We provide holidays that are good for people and the planet. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic team! Main desc...
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Green Skills and Sustainability Week
Event Date:
25th November 2024
Location:
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Aiming to raise awareness of the many opportunities within Green Futures, promoting sustainable working practices to help turn the tide on Carbon Emissions throughout the week we will have Guest Speakers presenting in class groups, information on training and....
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Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef - Center Parcs
Closing Date:
26th November 2024
Salary:
£11.60 per hour
Location:
Elveden, Suffolk
Employer description Center Parcs is a short break holiday provider with five villages situated in forest locations around the UK providing an all inclusive environment for all of the family whatever the age, there is something for everyone. Do you have an int...
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Line Cook / Junior Chef de Partie - Center Parcs
Closing Date:
26th November 2024
Salary:
£12.80 - £13.44 per hour
Location:
Elveden, Suffolk
Employer description Main description All colleagues working in the following restaurants: Rajinda Pradesh, Huck's American Bar and Grill, The Pancake House, Sports Café, The Lakeside Inn, Foresters' Inn and Vitalé Café Bar will benefit from the discretio...
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