New solutions to hospitality recruitment challenges and advice on improving communications with teams.
Hospitality skills are unquestionably transferable and for those thinking about a shift or new role, now could be the time to try something different.
One route available to chefs is teaching food technology and cookery in schools.
In September, Kellie Rixon, MBE, becomes Chair of the Institute of Hospitality.
Caterer.com caught up with Kellie during a recent visit to Scotland to find out about her plans for the Institute and ‘what happens next?’
The scarcity of hospitality candidates is expected to persist for the foreseeable future, so it is crucial for companies to showcase their successes, the value of their business and to fully utilise all of this as an effective tool to engage the new talent pools they need.
Did you know that people over 50 now make up 34% of the hospitality sector’s workforce?
For 115 years, the Mandarin Oriental London Hyde Park has represented the pinnacle of luxury in Knightsbridge.
Beautiful and stylish, the hotel has been a go-to destination for those seeking the best service and accommodation London has to offer.
In 2016, the hotel embarked upon its biggest renovation ever, investing £100 million to maintain its reputation as the most desirable hotel in the capital.
Just weeks before its reopening a major fire closed the hotel. It was a blow for the team at Mandarin Oriental, after all their hard work and preparation to once again welcome the public.
Abi Dunn, Founder of Sixty Eight People, tells us about the camaraderie she has experienced in the hospitality industry during these difficult times
Simon Boyle, Founder of Beyond Food shares the measures they have taken to help those struggling with mental well-being and financial challenges
Conrad Brunton, Managing Director of Tonic Talent shares how lockdown has created a sense of community within hospitality
At a time of huge cultural change, building agile, resilient and confident leaders, managers and employees will bring benefits to the hospitality sector for years to come.
We’ve all been there. That sweaty palm moment right before the interview starts, thinking about what five words describe us best and wondering what the next 30 minutes will bring. Does it have to be like that, though?
20 leading companies and individuals have joined forces to provide support to former hospitality people affected by the economic fallout caused by Coronavirus.
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Hospitality skills are unquestionably transferable and for those thinking about a shift or new role, now could be the time to try something different.
One route available to chefs is teaching food technology and cookery in schools.
In the UK last year 526,000 people suffered from work-related stress, depression or anxiety, with 12.5 million working days lost, according to The Health & Safety Executive Labour Force Survey.
You can feel the anticipation as the hospitality sector works towards reopening and away from Covid closures and restrictions. As the focus shifts to workforce planning and rebuilding teams, the impact of not just Covid but also Brexit is starting to be felt. Employers are looking at the roles and skills needed against available talent and considering how they build the high performing teams they need to deliver outstanding customer experience.
In part two of our Hiring Strategies sessions, Caterer.com lifted the lid on the importance of diversity and inclusion in creating dynamic, innovative and successful hospitality workforces.
In the first part of our fascinating conversation with Jose Ruiz and Elsie Koopman from London EDITION, we discuss how the hotel attracts and recruits talent and about the huge part that culture plays in the process.
As people prepare for weeks of festive cheer, the UK’s 3.2 million hospitality workers are gearing up for the most lucrative ‘tip season’ of the year
In September, Kellie Rixon, MBE, becomes Chair of the Institute of Hospitality.
Caterer.com caught up with Kellie during a recent visit to Scotland to find out about her plans for the Institute and ‘what happens next?’
It’s been a record-breaking year for Springboard UK’s FutureChef programme, with over 16,200 young people taking part in the biggest cookery competition of its kind in the UK.
Chefs in Schools’ mission is to employ professional chefs to improve the quality of school meals, whilst educating and inspiring children about the benefits of cooking their own food from scratch.
The scarcity of hospitality candidates is expected to persist for the foreseeable future, so it is crucial for companies to showcase their successes, the value of their business and to fully utilise all of this as an effective tool to engage the new talent pools they need.
Loyalty is hard to win and easy to lose and with the hospitality industry facing a recruitment crisis, employees will increasingly look towards companies that will nurture their talents, pay well and help them to meet their career aspirations.
The latest Caterer.com research explores salary and benefit trends across the hospitality sector, highlighting key shifts and opportunities for businesses looking to attract and retain top talent.
Caterer.com’s Hospitality Hiring Insider provides a detailed view of hospitality hiring trends from Q1 2025. It’s packed with the key stats, employer insights, and expert tips you need to shape your hiring strategy.
The hospitality sector is awash with ambition and growth, powered by our amazing community and the charities that work hard to support those working within it.
Caterer.com’s Hospitality Hiring Insider provides a detailed view of hospitality hiring trends from the first half of 2024, including job postings, candidate activity, and salary benchmarks.
Hospitality Action is the charity behind Walk for Wellbeing and a vital support for people across the industry. In this Caterer.com interview, we speak to Jeremy Gibson, Marketing & Operations Director at Hospitality Action who shares how the charity supports the industry, why wellbeing must remain a priority, and how initiatives like Walk for Wellbeing are making a real impact.
Hospitality skills are unquestionably transferable and for those thinking about a shift or new role, now could be the time to try something different.
One route available to chefs is teaching food technology and cookery in schools.
The new role, primarily based in London, will see the successful applicant support more than 100 homeless Only A Pavement Away members into careers specifically within the hospitality industry – a responsibility previously non-existent in similar charity roles.
To help speed up your hiring process, we have built one of the most intuitive candidate management systems in the market.
Use this guide to get the most from the Caterer.com Candidate Management System.
In the UK last year 526,000 people suffered from work-related stress, depression or anxiety, with 12.5 million working days lost, according to The Health & Safety Executive Labour Force Survey.
Below is your step-by-step guide to using the Caterer.com CV Database, a tool which lets you take control of your hiring by easily searching for candidates.
Filter searches by skillset and location, see candidates’ application history, contact the best suited, and set up alerts to find others who fit the brief.
The latest Caterer.com research reveals the key trends shaping hospitality hiring, from advancing DE&I and harnessing technology to meeting the shifting demands of candidates.
You can feel the anticipation as the hospitality sector works towards reopening and away from Covid closures and restrictions. As the focus shifts to workforce planning and rebuilding teams, the impact of not just Covid but also Brexit is starting to be felt. Employers are looking at the roles and skills needed against available talent and considering how they build the high performing teams they need to deliver outstanding customer experience.
In part two of our Hiring Strategies sessions, Caterer.com lifted the lid on the importance of diversity and inclusion in creating dynamic, innovative and successful hospitality workforces.
In September, Kellie Rixon, MBE, becomes Chair of the Institute of Hospitality.
Caterer.com caught up with Kellie during a recent visit to Scotland to find out about her plans for the Institute and ‘what happens next?’
Rejecting interview candidates can often be a difficult but is a natural part of the hiring process. How you deliver the feedback will differentiate your company from the rest.
The Walk for Wellbeing 2023 is a-go! From September 30th to October 15th you are invited to join the hospitality community in walking for a good cause.
With response from over 3,000 voices within hospitality, BIH’s Inside Hospitality Report looks at how our sector can do better when it comes to EDI practices.
A fast, flexible route to the right candidates with Video Recruitment (powered by Cammio)
It’s time to reveal your amazing people. Entries are now open for the 2019 Caterer.com People Awards.
Onboarding plays a fundamental role for any company as it allows employees to acclimatise to their role, the company’s cultures, and what the company has to offer.
How hospitality businesses can overcome recruitment challenges and engage wider talent pools.
How hospitality businesses can overcome recruitment challenges and engage wider talent pools.
Career progression is one of the key ways to retain your top talent. Most have come to expect this as part of their employment and during the course of their employment with you will want to develop new skills, so employers need to find ways to create these opportunities or risk losing their best talent in some cases.
Good candidate experience is a vital part of the recruitment process. In a competitive job market, it’s increasingly important to attract quality candidates and ensure that they remain engaged throughout the process. David Beveridge, Head of Operations and Sales, PeopleBank.
From industry report findings to advice on employee mental health issues, discover a wealth of information on hiring the very best hospitality talent.
Advice on a wealth of topics, giving you all you need to know on how to best managing your teams.
Experience is key to a strong team. How do you retain the best talent and develop your hospitality teams? Find out how here.
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New solutions to hospitality recruitment challenges and advice on improving communications with teams.
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