Recruitment 2014

Matt · pleasurewoodplace.com

Recruitment 2014

coolskin · Passionate about Pleasurewood

I would work weekends again - was a huge laugh and good team then it was the tail end 90s crew with those chef trousers !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bubbles · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Nope, wrong line of work.

Opps, more spelling errors. If I kept making mistakes id have lost my job by now.
Someone install a spell checker on their computer, or get it proof read first.
I'm well known for making many typos, but thankfully my job doesn't rely on it. :P

Matt · pleasurewoodplace.com

Ooooh, Bubbles! You're harsh!

Matt · pleasurewoodplace.com

The recruitment days are on February 28th and March 1st.

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Unfortunately Photoshop doesn't have a spell checker. Crikey two spelling mistakes in one phrase!

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

I think Bubbles mentioned in another thread that he disagrees with the 'no visible tattoos/piercings' on the PWH application form. What's everyone's opinions on this? I personally think that the park are well within reason to as it presents a clean family and professional image which is important for a family theme park. The reason I ask is the recent 1star reviews on Facebook that are solely because of this:

But it's no different to Disney's policy and to me if an employer wants to employ people who promote a clean & professional family image then I'm for it myself.

What's everyone else's thought?

Bubbles · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Are you suggesting that tattoos or piercings do not 'promote a clean & professional family image' ???? I think it's horrible to suggest theses people are not clean or professional, and that's the kind of discrimination we need to kick out.

I can see how piercings may cause safety concerns, if they're big or long.. or could potentially get lost and I have seen some vulgar looking tattoos (foul language) but the majority of people do not fall into that category. A blanket ban might be the easiest way round it but it's going to hurt your rep, an attitude that's degrading and insulting to the individuals who are generally hard working, professional, decent people. Don't lump them all in the negative category.

Disney referring them as disfigurements and deformity's.. LOL

But as business person I also support the right for an employer to hired who they want, and to have the image they want so I'm very torn on the issue. I think it should be down to common sense, and a tattoo of a duck is harmless and shouldn't cause alarm for example.

Are they allowed to wear turban's ?

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

I don't think this requirement is aimed at someone who has the odd tattoo or piercing. But if someone has tattoos that cover large sections if skin that are clearly visible then that can be intimidating to certain people. And in my opinion if someone does have extensive tattoos or piercings that are clearly visible then that does affect how they are perceived; it may not be right but it certainly is true.

Bubbles · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Yes we shouldn't making assumptions about people, it's so wrong. They're still 'clean and professional'
But a line does have to be drawn I guess, like the taxi driver in Beccles who has his whole face tattooed, that's really extreme and can be a bit intimidating (I think so) but that's rare. I guess there is still a generation who finds it insulting so it may be another 30 years before this attitude is stamped out. hopefully.

Gonna have a generation of tattooed pensioners. lol

But piercings certainly may have safety issues but as long as they don't look like the bloke from hellraiser!
other wise stick them in hobs pit. :P

Is PWH against people with beards? They used to be.

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Disney never used to allow their staff to have facial hair. They do now though.

coolskin · Passionate about Pleasurewood

What is Merlins policy anyone know ?

Bubbles · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Josh wrote:
Disney never used to allow their staff to have facial hair. They do now though.

That's a good start, well done Disney.

Matt · pleasurewoodplace.com

Looks like this years applicants had a fun time at the recruitment day...

Ben always promises people on Facebook a "Happy Dance" if they post a nice review on Trip Adviser, so it ties in nicely with that!

www.unofficialpleasurewood.co.uk/pwhrecruit.html

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Ha ha that video looked very amusing. It looked like great fun to do hopefully all the staff that get chosen will continue their enthusiasm when working for the park. I did notice a few people who weren't quite as into the happy dance as others maybe they won't get chosen, who knows?

Bubbles · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Well not everyone feels the need to make a fool of them self in a 'job interview'
On the other hand if you're an introvert you wouldn't be applying for such a position, bit sad kids are being judged on their happy dance.

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

They may not be but you're not playing the fool if everyone else is doing it, by not joining in you are are showing that you are not a team player in my opinion and/or you don't respect the people in charge or around you. You're right that if you are not extrovert you probably wouldn't be applying for such a position. The best staff I have experienced at them parks are the chatty, happy ones who look like they enjoy their jobs. All too often a miserable ride op or service assistant can ruin a great day.

PWHSocial · Exceptionally Expressive

It's important to note, candidates are not judged on the dancing section. It's merely there to bring the whole process together and for everyone to just let of some tension/nerves after the groups sessions.

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Thanks Ben, that's fair I suppose. Although if it was me employing them if be using it to make a few judgements. Not only the ones who choose to join in my sometimes the ones who take things a bit too far!

Bubbles · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Josh wrote:
by not joining in you are are showing that you are not a team player in my opinion and/or you don't respect the people in charge or around you. The best staff I have experienced at them parks are the chatty, happy ones who look like they enjoy their jobs. All too often a miserable ride op or service assistant can ruin a great day.

I do take offensive to this. I am the kind of person who would NOT join in, that dose not mean I'm not a team player, and it certainly does not mean I have no respect for those in charge, quite the opposite and I can't believe you even said that, or even came to that conclusion.

Being an introvert does not mean you're not chatty, happy and can't enjoying yourself either.
Some people feel awkward or lack confidence to 'dance around' publicly, that's no reflection of their capabilities on the job and doesn't mean they're not a team player, or can't interact with the public. I know because I am that person.

Pleased to read the happy dance is not part of the selection process and is just a bit of 'fun' for those who wish to take part.
I've never danced in my life and there is nothing in the world that will ever change that, lol (although nobody has offered me a large sum of money yet.... everyone has a price they say :D )

-- Edited by Bubbles on Tuesday 11th of March 2014 12:53:34 AM

-- Edited by Bubbles on Tuesday 11th of March 2014 01:25:40 AM

coolskin · Passionate about Pleasurewood

I think it just adds fun to the overall day for the guys and as we have aid lets out some tension

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Bubbles, sorry that you took offence to my comments, they were just my thoughts on the matter. I'm not saying they were right but that's just how I would view it. Reading through your comments though I have so say that I was harsh in my views and a bit narrow minded to different types of people. Maybe I should never be allowed to employ people! Actually I have employed people but it wasn't for a theme park...needless to say I didn't get them to do a dance.

Bubbles · Passionate about Pleasurewood

I think you were being harsh towards those people, and I would be one of those people and your view of us is in indeed factually incorrect. In my line of work I'm dealing with all sorts of public, clients expect you to be friendly and happy and a high quality professional service which I and people like me provide. Not doing a 'happy dance' doesn't change that.

I could go the other way and say those doing the dance aren't taking their job, responsibilitys and interview seriously enough, lacking professionalism, and I want to know a ride operator is paying full attention, safety coming first and entertaining the crowed second. Being silly tends to prevent peoples ability to concentrate and lack of attention to detail, I but I also know that's an unfair statement to make.

:)

coolskin · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Job celebrations for many on Twitter

MattyH · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Yes, and facebook, I know that Reece got the job there.

Josh · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Of course. Well done to them!

coolskin · Passionate about Pleasurewood

it is often easier to employ those who have worked before as they know the job

Bubbles · Passionate about Pleasurewood

Oh yeah this reminds me, when I was working at PWH the other workers use to call the recruitment day 'Gimp-day' lol I wont mention any names.

coolskin · Passionate about Pleasurewood

lol !

u8er-n3rd · Woody Wannabe

With the team combination selection of members returning and new comers, this is already shaping up to be a lively and bubbly team all buzzing for the 2014 season! Personally I cannot wait to kickstart another one!