Job vacancies

To work as part of a team, contributing to the provision of quality service in line with Bluebell procedures and standards at all the catering outlets across the railway.

Must have a good understanding of food hygiene requirements and the laws applicable to the sale and provision of alcohol.

Applicants should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, a strong team player.

The role will require flexible working including weekends.

Applicants must have their own transport, and all applicants must be over 18 to service alcohol without supervision.

Contact sarah.vigar@bluebell-railway.com  for details.

The post holder will undertake a course study in mechanical engineering and will carry out supervised work and training in the Locomotive Works or the Carriage & Wagon Department on the repair and maintenance of steam locomotives or carriages and other rolling stock.

• A level of competence in the operation of hand and machine tools and electric is preferable.
• Educational standard must be 7,8,9 in Maths, English and Science.
• The Bluebell Railway operates 7 days a week and some weekend working may be required.
• Applicants must have their own transport due to the location.

This is initially a two-year funded placement starting from September 2024.

Please email lisa.boyle@bluebell-railway.com for further information.

Looking for an exciting and elegant weekend job? We’re hiring casual stewards to join our team on a luxury Golden Arrow dining train!

• Provide exceptional service in a unique, upscale dining environment
• Assist guests and ensure they have a memorable experience
• Work in a vibrant setting amongst a hard working, dedicated team onboard our Golden Arrow dining service.

Job hours:

• Weekends, with possible Fridays included

Requirements:

•  Must be 18+ for this role
• Friendly, enthusiastic, and reliable
• Must have their own transportation to get to and from the railway
• A positive and hard working attitude
• A candidate that can work well in a team as well as an individual within this role

This position comes with competitive pay, a unique hands-on experience in fine dining and hospitality and give you the chance to be part of a historic steam railway team, providing fantastic silver service to those who travel with us on these extra special dining trains.

Apply now to be part of our dedicated Golden Arrow team at The Bluebell Railway!

For further information and to apply, contact Sarah Vigar on sarah.vigar@bluebell-railway.com

Do you thrive while working in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Are you a strong team player and would like to work at one of Britain’s busiest steam heritage railways? If yes, this could be the perfect job for you!

Role requirements:

• The post will entail working in a busy kitchen producing a varied menu, including fine dining on our Golden Arrow train and other catering trains.
• Applicants should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and a strong team player.
• They should be aware of all relevant catering and hygiene qualifications.

Role details:

• 40 hours per week
• The role will require weekend work
• Due to the location, applicants must have their own transport

Benefits:

• 21 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays)
• Membership of the Bluebell Railway Preservation Society
• Discounts at Bluebell Railway food outlets
• 75% reduced rate travel on the national rail network (railcard can be applied for after a successful probation period)

If you would like any further information, please contact Lisa Boyle on lisa.boyle@bluebell-railway.com for further details.

The post will entail working in a busy kitchen and on the Golden Arrow dining trains to assist the Chef’s in food preparation and undertake general kitchen duties to maintain hygiene standards.

Applicants should be:

• • • self-motivated
    • enthusiastic
    • a strong team player
    • over 18

The role will require flexible mid-week and weekend working.

Contact Megan Laughlin on megan.laughlin@bluebell-railway.com for further information and to make an application.