Business Details
26 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Catering Recruitment Services in Swindon & Bristol
Established in 2000, Hot Cats Recruitment has built a reputation as a specialist catering and hospitality recruitment agency serving Swindon, Bristol, and the South-West. Our team comprises industry professionals with hands-on experience in catering roles, enabling us to understand both client requirements and candidate aspirations. We offer tailored solutions for temporary and permanent staffing, including emergency cover and event personnel, with a commitment to a 15-minute response policy during business hours.Our expertise spans sectors such as contract catering, education, events, and hospitality, ensuring we match skilled professionals from entry-level to head chef positions. With over 21 years of experience, we prioritise transparency, reliability, and a client-focused approach, supporting both businesses and individuals in achieving their goals. Our ISO-certified processes and DBS-checked candidates further underscore our dedication to quality and trustworthiness.
Services
Temporary Catering Jobs
Permanent Chef Positions
Emergency Staff Cover
Event Hospitality Staff
DBS-Checked Candidates
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 21 years of specialist experience in catering recruitment.
- Our team includes former chefs and hospitality professionals with industry insights.
- We guarantee a 15-minute response time during business hours for urgent needs.
- We maintain a database of DBS-checked candidates ready for immediate deployment.
- We serve diverse sectors including schools, restaurants, events, and government bodies.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
What people say
Prompt manner
Reliable staff
Clear communication
Stress-free bookings
Capable candidates
Services
Temporary Catering Jobs
We provide temporary catering staff for events, emergency cover, and ongoing assignments. Our candidates are experienced and ready to deploy at short notice. Clients benefit from our rapid response policy and extensive network of professionals.
Permanent Chef Positions
We match skilled chefs and hospitality professionals to permanent roles tailored to their career goals. Our team understands industry demands and ensures candidates align with employer cultures and requirements.
Emergency Staff Cover
Our 15-minute response policy ensures businesses receive immediate support for unexpected staffing gaps. We supply reliable, pre-vetted professionals to maintain operational continuity during emergencies.
Event Hospitality Staff
We supply trained staff for events ranging from corporate functions to festivals. Our candidates are adaptable and experienced in high-pressure environments, ensuring seamless service delivery.
DBS-Checked Candidates
We maintain a database of DBS-checked professionals for roles requiring enhanced security. This ensures compliance with safety standards and provides clients with peace of mind.
People
Tracey Kilford
Founding Director
A former chef with 21 years of recruitment expertise, Tracey founded Hot Cats Recruitment to bridge industry gaps. She prioritises client-candidate alignment and maintains the agency's high standards.
Daryl Martin
Managing Director
A qualified chef with ISO certification expertise, Daryl oversees daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and efficient service delivery since joining in 2012.
Adrian Gregory
Recruitment Consultant
An experienced Catering Manager, Adrian has led the Bristol branch since 2013, specialising in permanent role placements and candidate sourcing.
Questions
What services does Hot Cats Recruitment offer?
We specialise in temporary and permanent catering and hospitality staffing, including emergency cover and event personnel.
How quickly do you respond to urgent staffing requests?
We guarantee a 15-minute response time during business hours for urgent needs.
Which sectors do you work with?
We serve contract caterers, schools, restaurants, events, government bodies, and hospitality businesses.
How do I register as a candidate?
Submit your CV and details via our website to join our network of catering professionals.
Do you provide DBS-checked staff?
Yes, we maintain a bank of DBS-checked candidates for immediate deployment.
Reviews (4)
Nathan Thompson
Nov 28, 2019
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Would highly recommend Hot Cats recruitment for any catering staff needs. I used them for a Xmas day booking, we required a Chef and Kitchen Porter and we couldn't have been happier with the service we received. The food was fantastic and the kitchen was left spotless when they both left. All the guests commented on what a fabulous Christmas dinner we had. Thank you Tracey, Daryl and all the staff at Hot Cats for a brilliant experience.
Mike Kaye
May 12, 2018
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I have worked for Hot Cats for about 16 years now on and off! I guess that tells you something. I cannot rate them highly enough.
Carina Ramos
Mar 22, 2018
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This agency really cares about the workers and they go with you to the far events and they work for being sure that all the workers are okay. Moreover, they let you know all your rights and advantages. I only have good words for the company and the staff.
Charlie Thompson
Feb 15, 2018
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Local company lead by local people. Have been going a long time and understand catering. They care a lot about their employees and clients and always got me work when I was on leave from my uni
