Job Description
Delaware North UK is hiring a Culinary Talent Partner to be based at our head office in Uxbridge. As Culinary Talent Partner, you will manage all culinary hiring and development needs across all divisions of the business.
What’s in it for me?
Lofty goals? We have them too. At Delaware North UK, we like a challenge, and talent and hard work are rewarded. We’re looking to create the future of hospitality, so roll up your sleeves and come see why Delaware North is your best career move yet. As our team member, you’ll receive:
- 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
- Favorable pension contributions.
Help us delight the world by applying today.
Responsibilities
- Liaise with the Culinary Director and operational leaders to understand required roles within the business, work a ‘live’ workforce management plan, and agree how candidates will be selected.
- Collaborate with the Talent Innovation Centre to ensure all branding, marketing, and collateral used in the recruitment process is aligned with the company’s Employer Value Proposition (EVP).
- Adhere to protocols, guidelines, and regulations for Right to Work, data protection, and data retention.
- Ensure successful candidates have a seamless transition to onboarding.
- Determine what reporting metrics are required to measure success.
- Stay up to date on market trends and opportunities for the company to continually reinvent and evolve its bulk hiring strategies.
Qualifications
- Educated to degree level, or similar culinary qualification is required.
- Minimum of 7-10 years’ experience is preferred.
- Culinary experience working directly in a culinary role or within a full life-cycle recruiting role. Experience working in sports, major events, hotels, or restaurants is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to operate in and recruit on a national, multi-location level. Experience in social and digital recruiting is preferred.
- Understanding of employment legislation in context of talent acquisition is preferred.
- Experience working with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Contracted Hours / Guaranteed Hours
48 Hours
About Delaware North
Delaware North has been leading the way for 100+ years as a global hospitality and entertainment provider. You can find us at sporting stadia, some of the busiest airports, national parks, restaurants, casinos, and entertainment venues across the globe. In the UK, we provide hospitality services at the legendary Wembley Stadium, Emirates and London Stadiums, Pride Park Stadium in Derby and at the Coventry Building Society Arena. We also provide hospitality services at Heathrow Airport, ExCeL London, and St. Pancras International and London Euston Stations. Our talented team members are working behind the scenes at these iconic locations to make sure our guests receive an unforgettable experience.
There are many great things about the hospitality industry. One of our favourites is that people come together from different cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We are world-class hospitality experts, ensuring we at Delaware North foster a culture where everyone is welcome. Our team members are at the heart of what we do and it’s why we’re here. We are proud to have a global inclusive workforce, with team members from all backgrounds and cultures.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £34,000.00-£45,800.00 per year