Escape the ordinary and spend your time surrounded by white-sand beaches, great friends, and rewarding work, 28 miles off the Cornish coast in the Isles of Scilly.
With live-in roles across hospitality, housekeeping, gardening, spa, and operations, you'll build new skills while surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Isles of Scilly.
Life here means embracing true island living - days off spent in, on, or by the water; work amid lush subtropical gardens and beside white-sand beaches; and evenings watching sunsets that stop you in your tracks.
Whether you're welcoming guests, caring for cottages, or creating unforgettable experiences, you'll leave with memories and friendships that last a lifetime.
We have roles across all our departments and double or twin rooms available. Share our opportunities with your partner or best friend, and let them join your island adventure.
The job description
a typical day on this gap project
- Welcoming visitors with genuine warmth and a friendly smile
- Undertake front of house duties, ensuring a superb customer service experience
- Delivering exceptional hospitality by building rapport and resolving guest issues swiftly
- Using skills and experience to cope with multi-tasking
- Handling enquiries and billing with precision
Would you be a good fit?
what makes you the ideal candidate
- Warm and friendly with a welcoming approach
- High standards of dress and presentation
- Ability to remain calm during difficult situations or in a very busy environment
- Must be organised and able to quickly become part of a very efficient team
- Trustworthy with the ability to work unsupervised
What can we offer you?
why choose us for your gap year
If the opportunity to live and work on a subtropical island isn't enough, there's a range of great benefits and perks, including:
- Rent free on-island accommodation, minutes from the beach
- Many roles include delicious meals on duty prepared by our talented chefs; some roles even include all meals
- Paid relocation to the island at the start of your time with us
- Competitive pay and tips
- 20% off in our restaurants, pub, spa and shops
- Free scheduled boating and camping kit hire, and discounted watersports equipment hire, to help you explore
- And many more...
