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Glaswegians offered dream job as beautiful train station used in Trainspotting seeks staff

Walkers, hikers, tourists and film fans have all been taken in by its charm, now residents of Glasgow could have the opportunity to spend the summer there, as one of Scotland's most beautiful and remote train stations searches for staff.

The dream job opportunity for Glaswegians looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life has arisen at Corrour Station House, the location made famous by Ewan McGregor's rant about being Scottish in the film Trainspotting.

The station, which is only accessible by train or a 20-mile hike, is home to one of Scotland's most remote restaurants and is offering two people a unique way to experience the wonder of the Highlands over the summer.

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The Station House team are searching for two all-rounders to help serve the steady stream of walkers and hikers that pass through, on their way to bag one of the many Munros in the surrounding area.

A fast-paced and diverse role, at the height of summer up to 50 to 60 passengers can leave the train at any one time with the arrivals signalling a rush on at the restaurant.

The stunning scenery of the nearby mountain Leum Uilleim, Loch Treig and Loch Ossian, is a huge draw but it's also famous for being the location of Ewan McGregor's famous "it's s***e being Scottish" rant in the film Trainspotting.

Shona Griffiths, who runs the Station House and has worked at the station since 2014, explained that they are looking for people to help with running the B & B as well as the restaurant.

The daily duties would include customer service, barista work, housekeeping, help with kitchen prep and service along with some KP jobs. Shona added that any previous kitchen experience would be advantageous.

The Station manager said: "It's the most beautiful place, the roles would suit people who love the outdoors and want to get away from it all. It's quite an interesting role, it's not your usual hospitality gig."

Those looking to apply needn't worry about a tough daily commute to the UK's highest mainline station (at 1,300 feet above sea level) as Ms Griffiths states that the jobs come with both food and board.

Open from the end of March until the end of October, seven days a week, the new staff will join a small team and be required to live on-site for the entire season earning an 'excellent rate of pay'.

The restaurant itself is open from 8.30 am to around the time when the last train departs at night.

Built by the West Highland Railway in the 1890s on the line linking Glasgow and Fort William, the station is part of the Corrour Estate with the Station House described as the UK’s ‘remotest restaurants with rooms’.

Those looking to apply, can send a CV and a brief covering letter to stationhouse@corrour.co.uk.

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