
For fine-dining restaurants, rosette pubs, luxury hotels, and elite venues seeking accomplished chefs and front-of-house talent who meet the highest standards from the outset.
Some venues demand more than hospitality experience. They require professionals who excel under pressure, maintain poise, and notice the details guests silently expect.
That’s where our Elite team excels. Having led at the UK’s most acclaimed kitchens and venues (Auberge du Lac, James Martin, The Newt, and The Grove of Narberth), the team now partners with Michelin-starred restaurants, rosette pubs, luxury hotels, and fine-dining establishments across the UK, connecting them with candidates who demonstrate exceptional service, cuisine, and leadership.

Tailored Recruitment Support for Elite Hospitality Venues
When your standards are exacting, ‘hospitality experience’ is only the starting point.
You need chefs who thrive under pressure. Sommeliers who sense when to advise and when to hold back. Managers who inspire teams, stabilise service, and consistently safeguard the guest experience.
We support venues where quality matters at every level, including:
- Michelin-star restaurants
- Fine dining restaurants
- 2 and 3-rosette pubs and restaurants
- Luxury and boutique hotels
- Premium country estates
- High-end hospitality groups
- Private and luxury properties
- Destination restaurants and venues
Whether you require a pivotal team member or comprehensive support, we invest time to understand your unique operational environment.
A strong CV is essential. The right fit, however, is what sustains exceptional service.

The Calibre of Candidates We Work With
Our network encompasses hospitality professionals from the UK’s most respected kitchens, dining rooms, hotels, and luxury venues.
This includes:
- Michelin-background chefs
- 3-rosette chefs
- Head Chefs, Sous Chefs and senior kitchen teams
- Sommeliers and wine professionals
- Restaurant Managers
- Hotel Managers and General Managers
- Front Office and Guest Experience professionals
- Food and Beverage leaders
- Housekeeping and operational management
We assess beyond job titles. Proven experience is vital, but so are temperament, pace, presentation, leadership style, and the ability to adapt to your culture.
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Meet Our Elite Hospitality Recruitment Team
With extensive industry experience, our recruiters take the time to learn the essential skills to make your establishment a success. Get to know the team you will be working closely with.
Richard Deeley
Associate Director – Chefs Division
Nicky Faith
Associate Partner – Elite Chefs
George Smart
Recruitment Consultant – Elite Chefs
George Turl
Recruitment Consultant – Elite Chefs













