Teesside’s getting a Hotel Chocolat - and it will open next week.

The first local branch of upmarket confectionary chain will open at Teesside Shopping Park on October 13.

The firm has become a huge hit with sweet-toothed shoppers with its extensive range of posh chocs flying off shelves.

And the new store will also have a cafe - selling sweet treats and chocs.

The firm will also host a special open day for customers on October 20, with free samples and prosecco.

Shoppers will also get 15% discount on that day.

And the firm has rapidly expanded in recent years, with pre-tax profits doubling.

Now it is readying another new store - and the perks for the new boss are very impressive.

The successful applicant, recently appointed, will expect a 50% discount on every item.

And they will also get 70% off the rate card price at the real Hotel Chocolat – the firm’s hideaway in Saint Lucia,

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Every employee can also get the chance to study for the firm’s Chocolate Diploma, which could help you ascend through the company’s ranks.

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:: This story has been amended to make clear a manager has been appointed