Recruitment Assistant

Chefs Jobs UK is expanding our
temporary recruitment division
and we’re looking for a
Recruitment Assistant with hospitality experience
to support our fast-paced temp desk. This role is ideal for someone who understands the realities of hospitality shifts and enjoys a dynamic, people-focused environment.

You’ll be a key support to our temporary recruitment team, helping to ensure chefs and hospitality staff are booked efficiently and clients are covered at short notice.

• Supporting day-to-day temporary bookings and last-minute shift cover
• Sourcing, screening, and registering hospitality candidates for temp work from a variety of platforms including social media
• Coordinating availability, rotas and shift confirmations
• Maintaining accurate candidate records, right-to-work checks and compliance
• Communicating quickly and clearly with candidates and clients
• Assisting with timesheets, payroll queries and general temp recruitment admin

• Previous experience working in hospitality is essential
• Proficient user of social media platforms and an interest in using them to attract potential candidates
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, reactive environment
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator who can build rapport quickly

• Full-time or part-time hours available – this role may suit somebody who is looking to work Monday to Friday but perhaps shorter days to fit in with school hours for example
• Hybrid working (depending on experience level)
• Opportunity to be part of an ambitious team with a clear purpose
• 33 days holiday
  , plus
  an extra day for every year of service
  (up to 5 additional days)
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop within temporary recruitment

If you’re ready to use your hospitality experience in a busy temporary recruitment role and want to be part of a growing, purpose-driven business, we’d love to hear from you.