CURRENT ASSIGNMENTS - Tuesday 3rd August 2010
Please note whilst our job section is updated on a weekly basis with a selection of our current vacancies, please contact us for additional details and further 'hot off the press' positions on 01444 255130.
Butler - Private Household - West of Home Counties
An experienced, professional traditional country house Butler is required to provide a consistent high level of service for a VIP family living in West of Home Counties, with availability to travel with the family occasionally.
The family are non-smokers who reside in a clean and healthy environment and own several different properties worldwide, although this position in based in the UK and classed as the main residence. Full Staff employed including Housekeeper, PA, Ladies Maid, 2 Dailies, Laundress and Estate and gardening teams, all of which have longevity on the estate.
Duties and responsibilities include being responsible for properly setting table & serving at meals, being able to implement and execute set schedule for silver cleaning, overseeing the care of indoor plants and flowers, answering the telephone and taking detailed messages, greeting guests and/or visitors and care of Gentlemen’s wardrobe. In addition you will also be responsible for the wine cellar and inventory of wine. You must have excellent inter personal skills and be able to interact and communicate with housekeepers, chef, and security and also be able to report daily activities to the Principal.
Flexibility is essential and you must be willing to run various errands and coordinate general and annual maintenance of the home. Strong Administrative Skills are required to maintain inventory on all linens, silverware and china. Computer Skills and knowledge of basic software, to be able to maintain files, keep all records up-to-date (i.e. contacts in rolodex, manuals for appliances or equipment, calendars). You should be able to maintain communications with office staff & report and maintain petty cash account.
Excellent salary package and conditions offered to an immaculately presented, articulate and charismatic person with flair and a first class private country house service. The position is open to single or married candidates, an older child may also be acceptable as may a pet. Single or family accommodation is available.
Applicants must be eligible to live & work in the UK.
Salary: £30,000 plus 2 bedroomed cottage
Job Ref: 3749
Chef de Partie - East Sussex
Details to follow shortly - please call 01444 255130 for more information
Salary: £17,000 per annum
Job No: 3748
Commis/Pastry Chef - West Sussex
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Salary: £12,000 per annum
Job No: 3747
Brasserie & Bars Manager - Stratford
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Salary: £30,000 per annum
Job No: 3746
Restaurant Supervisor - Guildford
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Salary: £20,000 per annum
Job No: 3745
Restaurant Manager - West Sussex
This hotel, is set in the beautiful Sussex countryside and has 18 bedrooms and also boasts an oak panelled intimate Restaurant which holds a Michelin Star, three rosettes from the AA and 6/10 in the Good Food Guide. The Zagat Guide rates it "Top" for décor, food and service amongst Restaurants outside London.
There are two menus; a daily three course table d'hôte menu and a seasonal three course menu. It also has an extensive wine list of over 600 bins and are renowned for having one of the finest cellars in the UK.
They are currently looking for a Restaurant Manager who will run the award winning Restaurant within the Hotel. You will currently be in a similar role Head Waiter ready for his/her next role and be ready to move your career forward within this beautiful environment. You will possess excellent customer service skills as well as the ability to manage teams to produce a high quality service. You will work within budget and be able to manage your team effectively so as to provide the highest possible customer service throughout your team. All training and development of the team will be your responsibility as well as rotas, wages and holiday cover.
The position offers an excellent working environment and good staff benefits.
Further job description details available upon request.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Salary: £22,000 per annum
Job No: 3744
4 Red Star Property - Bedfordshire
This Hotel is a luxury 5* hotel with a 18 hole golf course, magnificent spa and more than 1,000 acres of parkland and gardens. The Hotel boasts rooms and suites as well as fantastic dining within their Restaurant and Brasserie housed within beautiful historic buildings.
There are various positions available so please call 01444 255130 for more information
Salary: £Various including Live In
Job No: 3741/3742/3743
Assistant Manager - Richmond
This excellent Gastro Pub has recently undergone a complete interior refurbishment, bringing back to life the original Arts and Crafts elements of the building to set a stylish, comfortable and lively atmosphere. They serve a top quality home cooked menu throughout the week and a new bar menu from Monday to Friday, along with excellent wine and real ales.
The menu changes daily, home cooked to order by the new chef and his team, emphasizing freshness, flavour and country values. A set menu is now available for lunch during the week. They have recently been awarded “Best Neighbourhood Gastropub for 2009.
They are currently looking for an Assistant Manager who will assist in the running of this busy Bar/Restaurant. You will currently be in a similar role or ready to move into this position. You will possess excellent customer service skills as well as the ability to manage teams to produce a high quality service. Good organizational skills are imperative as this is a busy environment. Ability to work shiftwork is essential and due to location, transport will be required.
The position offers an excellent working environment and good staff benefits.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Salary: £22,000 per annum
Job No: 3740
Reservations Manager - Central London
Part of the largest private, family run hotel group in the UK, this Hotel has five Stars and has once again been chosen by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine as a top London hotel for 2006. There are 157 rooms, suites, apartments and town houses; luxurious spa; cutting-edge technology; world-class dining. It is located in Londons West End with good links to all of London’s attractions. Known for a committed approach to their employees, the Hotel holds the "Investors in People" Award. According to a MORI survey, staff satisfaction levels are in the top five service companies and top ten UK companies surveyed. Standards are impressive and so are pay, package and training. Experience is not essential as full training will be given for the right person
They are currently looking to recruit a Reservations Manager to support the Yield Manager whilst adhering to selling strategies and yield management techniques as directed. To be responsible for handling all telephone calls, email, fax and letter enquiries/bookings to the required standard. In help develop and maintain the Hotel’s relationship with our GDS Provider and to manage the Development and Training of the reservation team. To assist in all rate loading on GDS and PMS systems in a timely and accurate manner. To be responsible for all departmental administrations duties as required and to monitor and charge on a daily basis all non arrivals and late cancellations. To ensure timely processing of commission statements. To ensure that the departmental and inter departmental Training plan is implemented for all new starters in Res and FOH and that the schedule is adhered to re follow up refresher training.
You must possess an excellent verbal and written communication as well as analytical skills. Essential skills required are good knowledge of the Hospitality industry, good PC Skills including Microsoft office and a flexible working approach. This role would suit a candidate that has been in a similar role or is ready for the next career move from a senior reservations supervisor. Desirable skills are experience with the Protel PMS/computer system, Synxis (GDS Provider), Ideas Yield Management System and with Delphi Event Mangement System
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Job No: 3739
Director of Sales - Oxfordshire
This beautiful Hotel in Oxfordshire has 50 contemporary bedrooms and boasts a fantastic Golf and Leisure facility. There are 6 Conference & Banqueting facilities available as well as a fantastic Restaurant. The Restaurant is looking to achieve accolades in the coming months.
The Hotel is looking to employ a Director of Sales who will promote the Hotel, Golf and Leisure facilities to increase sales and profitability. You will currently be in a similar role and have a proven track record of Sales/Business Development in the Hospitality Industry. You will possess excellent sales techniques as well as the ability to work well within a close team to produce high quality results. You will be expected to keep within budgets and achieve targets for the Hotel.
If you feel you have the drive and skills for this position, please telephone or email us for further details.
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Job No: 3738
Food & Beverage Manager - Oxfordshire
This beautiful Hotel in Oxfordshire has 50 contemporary bedrooms and boasts a fantastic Golf and Leisure facility. There are 6 Conference & Banqueting facilities available as well as a fantastic Restaurant. The Restaurant is looking to achieve accolades in the coming months.
The Hotel is looking to employ a Food & Beverage Manager who will manage the F&B team in an efficient manner. This is a high profile role & you will be an integral member of the Senior Management team, reporting directly to the GM. The position involves Duty Management shifts, where you will assist in all departments. The successful applicant will have a minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role and be looking to further their career in this beautiful environment.
If you feel you have the drive and skills for this position, please telephone or email us for further details.
Salary: £25,000 per annum
Job No: 3731
Food & Beverage Manager - Buckinghamshire
This stunning Georgian building is set on the border between Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. This 4* Hotel is set in 10 acres of beautiful gardens but only 15 minutes from Heathrow airport and only 10 minutes from historic Windsor.
Our client, is seeking to appoint a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the management of the Restaurant and Bar, ensuring the highest level of service and commitment are delivered to our guests and the name of the establishment is maintained within the local area. This role is hands on and will include operations such as supervising weddings and overseeing private dinning within the hotel.
The successful candidate must have suitable experience in a similar property and have had previous supervisory/management experience in a fine dining restaurant. Excellent customer service skills are required along with a passion for food and drink. You must also be self-motivated, ambitious and hardworking. Also required is someone who has lots of C&B experience and someone who can lead, motivate and develop a team. Deliver exceptional customer service, great attention to detail, hands on. A candidate that is sales and results driven and can also control costs.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Salary: £22,000 per annum
Job No: 3730
Business Development Manager - Warwickshire
Nestled in 27 acres of open parkland, this Hotel occupies a unique setting amidst peaceful countryside. The hotel is positioned close to Warwick and with convenient road and motorway links to Solihull, Coventry, the NEC and Birmingham city centre. The Hotel also boasts a spa which has a full size indoor heated pool, with steam room, sauna and spa pool are adjacent to the fitness room, with internal access from the mansion.
The Hotel is looking to employ a Business Development/Sales Manager who will promote the 68 bedroom Hotel to increase sales and profitability. You will currently be in a similar role and have a proven track record of Sales/Business Development in the Hospitality Industry. You will possess excellent sales techniques as well as the ability to work well within a close team to produce high quality results.
The position offers an excellent working environment and good staff benefits.
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Salary: up to £30,000 depending upon experience
Job No 3664
Head Pastry Chef - East Sussex
This beautiful country house hotel is set in the heart of beautiful East Sussex. Offering luxurious accommodation, excellent food, extensive gardens and parkland as well as superb leisure facilities including an 18 hole golf course and spa. This is a perfect setting for a short break, romantic weekend or wedding.
Our client is now looking to employ a Head Pastry Chef for its multi awarding winning restaurant. You will report to the Head Chef and have excellent previous experience in this field.
You will have experience working within rosetted establishments and you will be able to work well under pressure and have a good eye for detail. Experience in training and developing young chefs below you would be an advantage. You will be excited about working with food within the Pastry section and have a flair for pastry and a proven track record of designing and preparing new pastry dishes.
The role is live out and transport would be helpful.
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Salary: up to £27,000
Job No: 3712
Bars & Lounge Manager - Bedfordshire
This Hotel is a luxury 5* hotel with a 18 hole golf course, magnificent spa and more than 1,000 acres of parkland and gardens. The Hotel boasts rooms and suites as well as fantastic dining within their Restaurant and Brasserie housed within beautiful historic buildings.
Our client is currently looking to appoint a Bars & Lounge Manager to take overall responsibility for the two areas within the Hotel. This role will include managing a team and therefore, a proven track record of staff development/training is required. Standards will need to be achieved with the ability to control expenditures as in line with departmental budgets. Other duties will include preparing training schedules for your department, team briefings, staff rotas, forecasts and timesheets.
If you are presentable, have excellent customer service skills and have a proven track record of managing a busy department, then please call us to discuss this position further.
A full job description is available upon request.
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Job Ref: 3711
Salary: £25,000
Senior Sous Chef - West Sussex
Well known and well renowned country house hotel situated in West Sussex requires Sous Chef for its award winning restaurant.
After and long refurbishment of the venue and of the kitchen, the client is about to embark on a new and exciting project and needs a Senior Sous Chef to run its multi awarding winning restaurant. Highly commended by industry experts the Sous chef will be responsible for the whole kitchen, acting in effect as a head chef under the executive chef.
You will have experience working within rosetted establishments, and as a senior level. You will be able to work well under pressure and have a good eye for detail. Experience in training and developing young chefs below you would be an advantage, but is not essential. You will be excited about working with food and working within kitchens.
The client is offering a salary of up to £28,000, which will be reviewed when the new budget is devised for next year.
The role is live out and transport would be helpful. If you are interested in the role and would like to know more then please ring Dominic.
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Salary: up to £28,000
Job No: 3708
Regional Sales Manager - South
Set in the delightful Surrey countryside this charming Tudor style hotel is renowned for its excellent restaurant, serving both modern and traditional food.
Staying at this hotel you are close enough to experience the thrills and excitement of nearby Thorpe Park, Chessington and Legoland or a-maze-ing day out at Hampton court.
Our client is looking to appoint an effective Regional Sales Manager to promote and sell the Hotel and its facilities to ensure standards are adhered to resulting optimum revenue
The successful candidate must possess an extensive knowledge of Sales and Marketing and have a proven track record of working within a Hospitality environment.
You must be an excellent communicator and have the ability to work well within a team as well as on your own. You will be required to take initiative and work to set budgets to optimise the Hotels revenue.
Full job description details are available upon request.
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Salary: 35,000
Job No: 3693
Assistant Manager - West Sussex
This well known Bar/Restaurant in Sussex is an ideal place to eat and drink with restaurant/bar and courtyards for Alfresco dining. There is daily specials as well as an inexpensive Bar Snack or choose from our freshly cooked Main Menus and traditional Sunday roasts.
They are currently looking for an Assistant Manager who will assist in the running of this busy Bar/Restaurant. You will currently be in a similar role or ready to move into this position. You will possess excellent customer service skills as well as the ability to manage teams to produce a high quality service. Good organizational skills are imperative as this is a busy environment. Ability to work shiftwork is essential and due to location, transport will be required.
The position offers an excellent working environment and good staff benefits.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Salary: £17,000 - £18,000
Job Ref: 3681
Chef de Partie - Surrey
This world-renowned establishment in Surrey operates within the 5* market and boasts an exceptional golf course and country club. The Hotel has many different Food and Beverage outlets. The Bar menu is varied and offers excellent fresh ingredients cooked and presented with great competence. The Dining Room offers 3 Rosette/1 Mitchelin Star quality food on a daily changing menu. An extensive accompanying wine list is offered.
They are currently looking to recruit a motivated Chef de Partie who will compliment the current Kitchen team to produce high quality, Rosette standard dishes to their members. You must be motivated, hard working and have a drive to succeed and progress.
Due to the location and shiftwork, interested candidates must be able to drive or be driven.
If you think you are suitable, please call for further information.
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Salary: £18,000
Job No: 3638
NEWS
July 2010
Edward-Brooks Ltd has re-located to new offices within The Priory Haywards Heath and continues to play a major part in the recruitment of high quality and private household staffing as well as the on-going project work that Mark gets asked to undertake, assisted as always by Lynn Packham, his PA.
Hospitality Contracts Ltd, after 3 years, is growing rapidly in providing contract catering staff to the local area. Dominic Smith continues to provide our high quality staff to establishments within Sussex and Kent.
June 2010
The Intrepid Fox Pub is going from strength to strength with a new Head Chef on board, Spencer Lawton, who has created an exciting and delicious new menu with daily specials.
October 2009
Mark Yates has now formed a new company, Vin Blanc Inns which has taken over the Lease and running of The Intrepid Fox Public House in West Hoathly, West Sussex.
September 2008
We are pleased to announce a new recruit to Edward-Brooks Ltd. Sam Bradley joins the team in Haywards Heath as Recruitment Consultant. Sam comes with a wealth of Hospitality and Recruitment experience and will be concentrating on Contract Catering, the Leisure Industry and the Event markets. We believe that this will compliment all aspects of Edward-Brooks and its associate companies.
July 2007
Edward-Brooks Ltd is pleased to announce that they have set up a joint venture with RAW Hospitality Recruitment to cater for the Contract Recruitment of Hospitality staff. Hospitality Contracts Ltd will be run by Dominic Smith who comes from a long career in Hospitality. Please call Dominic on 01444 255146 for more information.
February 2007
Due to the new staff at Edward-Brooks, we have recently moved to larger offices within our current property in West Sussex. We look forward to further growth within the company and to showing our continued commitment to all our clients and candidates.
January 2007
Edward-Brooks has recently recuited Lynn Packham as Office Administrator/Accounts in the Sussex office. Lynn has worked in the Hospitality Industry since leaving college and has worked in many hotels in the South East.
May 2006
Edward-Brooks is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Easy, the new Managing Consultant who will work with Mark in the Sussex office.
Sarah brings with her a wealth of recruitment experience as well as sound knowledge of the Hospitality Industry which she has been in since training for her degree in Hospitality in 1993. Sarah has worked in many Country House Hotels as well as 4/5* establishments in the South East. More recently, Sarah has been in Recruitment, travelling nationally for a work-based training provider to promote training within the Hospitality Industry.