New jobs are coming as Blackpool’s Southbeach Streetfood project moves closer to opening.
The new food destination is located opposite the Sandcastle Waterpark on South Shore promenade and will feature 19 converted shipping containers.
Food concessions will include Thai, Mexican, Spanish tapas and wood-fired pizza.
The site will offer seating for up to 400 diners, with entertainment space for events and music, and screens for big sporting occasions.
Opening is now planned for July instead of June, as groundwork preparations took longer than expected.
FBS Engineering of Poulton is transforming the shipping containers after recently moving into a larger workshop.
Jamie Willacy, Director of Southbeach Streetfood UK Limited, said: “Things are moving forward again. Engineers will start work on the foundations next week, ready for the groundworks to begin, in preparation for the mezzanine floor to be put in place.
“In the background, work has already started on the first six of the 19 containers, cutting out the doors and lining the insides with insulation.
“There has been a slight delay in the preparation to make sure everything is absolutely correct, so we’re looking at July rather than June now.
“We’ll definitely be up and running in time for the summer holidays.”
The project emphasizes sustainability and ethical trading, with menus designed to reduce food waste and ingredients sourced from local suppliers.
Visitors can expect live music from local artists, children’s activities, dance showcases, live cookery demonstrations and a curated bar featuring beers, wines and spirits.
New job opportunities are available for those interested in joining the food and hospitality destination.
“If anyone would love to be part of a fresh new food and hospitality destination on the Prom, now is the perfect time to take a look,” Jamie said.
“Whether you’re experienced in customer service, hospitality or just ready for your next opportunity, this could be your chance to join something exciting from the very start.”
Those interested can apply through the project’s website.