Testimonials

September 2011

Please find this as an excellent reference regarding the service and support that Wilson Jones have had from Nick Clover and his team at Appetite4Recruitment over the last 3 years.

Whether supporting our restructure at a Senior Operational level or at Unit Management I have always had the options to make the right strategic decisions for my business due to Nick’s understanding of the business and the calibre of candidates that I require.

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Appetite4Recruitment based on both the relationship and ability to deliver which is absolutely consistent.

Stephanie Spratt, Managing Director

I have always found Appetite a responsible and mature agency. Andy has helped me both in my personal progression and for companies I represent. All here at Wilson Jones have found that the candidates they represent are all well briefed and of a certain standard.

Andrew Taft, Operations Manager

October 2011

Tragus have worked with Appetite 4 Recruitment for 2 years and we have built up some great relationships with the team. They have a strong understanding of both the candidates we require and our individual brands. Fiona's communication is excellent and she shows a real passion for what she does - her selection process for candidates is excellent and both Fiona, and the rest of the team, understand the market trends. They have produced some great results for us and I hope to continue this relationship in the future.

Nick Wade, Recruitment Manager Tragus Holdings

Oliver is a passionate and diligent consultant and an excellent account manager.  His dedication and drive are second to none and his infectious personality stands him apart from the crowd.  Oliver stands out among other consultants as he doesn’t work as a CV factory or a salesman.  He has spent time getting to know itsu as a brand and therefore will only send me candidates that he has developed a professional relationship with.  As the Recruitment and HR Manager for itsu it is nice to have the support of a recruitment agency where I can meet a 5 or 6 strong candidates sent over by Oliver rather than being sent 20-25 very average or poor CV’s by some recruitment agencies we used to use.

 

Charley O’Toole Recruitment Manager itsu

We have worked with Appetite 4 Recruitment for a number of years and they consistently produce great candidates who they have always pre-interviewed.  Their unique ‘summary’ of the candidates is usually spot on and a really useful part of our recruitment process.  We are a bit specific about the type of people we recruit as we believe our pubs are special – Nick and his team are very patient with us!

Alison Jupe & Andrea Kearon, HR & Recruitment, Home Counties Pubs

We work with a select few recruitment agencies, and I always find that Nick and Jemma from Appetite 4 Recruitment really understand what Las Iguanas are looking for from a candidate.  I am always delighted by the fact that they are always available to speak, even in the evenings and at weekends – it is the little things like this that can make a big difference when recruiting.  I look forward to continuing our great working relationship.

Stewart Emery, Operations Manager, LAS IGUANAS

                     

We have worked with Appetite 4 Recruitment for a number of years and have built some strong relationships. We are delighted with the service and calibre of candidates we have received from Nick and the team at Appetite. All their consultants have got a great understanding of our brands and the type of candidates we are looking for. Since all applicants are met by a consultant, Appetite 4 Recruitment can guarantee that the candidates meet the brief which makes a refreshing difference. We look forward to continuing this relationship with one of our top suppliers as our company is expanding.

Marco Reick Group Recruitment Manager

 

Simon Burr came on board as a chef recruiter for The Grove Hotel in December 2010. Simon is passionate and driven and has a commitment to his candidates and clients that is second to none. He has an exceptional attitude to his work and I can trust that all the necessary background and candidate screening has been completed well in advance of receiving a CV from him. Simon always goes the extra mile to ensure all parties have all the information needed. It is guaranteed Service with a Smile and I would be happy to recommend Appetite4Recruitment to others in the industry looking for a quality recruitment consultancy to source staff for their business.

Catherine Shennan Recruitment Manager. The Grove Hotel

Having initially joined TRG as a General Manager at Frankie&Benny’s through Nick at ‘Appetite’ I found the service to be unlike any other agency. Through my interview process I felt that my application was clearly understood and therefore the opportunities that were presented at the end of the interview were exactly what I was looking for. I was especially impressed with the company knowledge, client background and the immediate opportunity that was presented; this being extremely beneficial to my application.

Now; as an Area Manager for Chiquito’s, having progressed from GM to Area Support at Frankie’s and into this role, I feel that the service benefits me as a client because the candidates are always well briefed and are the right for the given position, giving me great peace of mind and saving time which is crucial in the role that I do. The relationships with both Cathy, on the Frankie’s side and Sarah, on the Chiquito’s side have been both professional and friendly and they successfully and consistently understand my needs and the candidates always reflect this. The Appetite Team certainly have the right formula for my requirements and we consistently enjoy a great relationship with open and honest feedback at every step.

It is with great pleasure that I would thoroughly recommend the services of Appetite4Recruitment Ltd to any of my colleagues in the industry.

Sarah Thornton, Area Manager. Chiquito’s

Previous Client Testimonials

Despite only having personally worked with Appetite 4 Recruitment for three months, the experience has always been excellent.  They have always provided a great service and the time they spend getting to know our brand and their candidates ensures that our requirements are met by every candidate.  I find working with Appetite a very positive experience and hope that the relationship goes from strength to strength.

Jo Gogia. Recruitment & HR Advisor

 

We have been working in partnership with Appetite 4 Recruitment for the past 2 years. We have given them some challenging briefs and they have an excellent track record of sourcing a number of successful candidates for our restaurants. Great people are notoriously difficulty to source in any industry and the restaurant business is no exception but thanks to Nick, his excellent team and the great people they have recruited for us, they have enabled LFR to become the leading Seafood restaurant company in the UK. They have provided a professional service and have the respect and trust of the senior management team at LFR

Jason Thomas, Regional Director. Loch Fyne

Candidate Testimonials – October 2011

I was recently represented by Appetite4Recruitment and successfully placed into my current role as Head Pastry Chef at The Grove in Hertfordshire.  I received an efficient and tailored service from Simon in the Chef Division and he communicated with me very well throughout the process.  I would happily recommend Appetite to anyone seeking a more personal and bespoke recruitment service.

Stephen Tarling, Head Pastry Chef

I found Appetite 4 Recruitment a refreshing change to some agencies that mess you about, don’t get back to you or even tell you they have jobs when they don’t. Andy Gordon was a consultant with a good attitude, straight talker and a knowledgeable overview of the Hospitality market.  I would have no hesitation in recommending this agency to anyone who is serious about looking for a new career.

Stuart Calvert - Senior Appointment

I had a great experience recently as a candidate registered with Appetite4Recruitment’s Chef Division  Simon contacted me following the application I made to him and based on the conversations we had regarding my background, skills and the type of role I was looking for he had an interview set up for me within a couple of days.  I was successfully placed into my current job within the week.

If my experience is anything to go by, I would say that Appetite4Recruitment are very good listeners and the employment options they present you with as a candidate are very relevant to your personal requirements.  This is a result of them being very thorough throughout the process and understanding the industry they recruit in.  I would happily recommend Simon to anyone I know who is looking for a new position.

David Ingham, Head Chef

Firstly a thank you for the persistence and attention given to finding me a new job, i found the constant feedback you provided me was very helpful and motivating in my journey towards starting a new life change. i would gladly recommend your company to anyone who decides a new career within leisure, and wish you yourself great success in your future. Many Thanks,

Peter Deady

Thanks to everyone at  Appetite for the outstanding service provided whilst seeking for a new career opportunity,  following a lengthy 14 year period  working for a single company (pretty rusty on interviews...) they were great from day one (in particular Catherine & Fiona), extremely helpful and understanding of my situation, discussing my background in detail to identify my strengths so they could find a suitable placement in the current market. It took them one day to get me an interview booked with an industry leading company (bearing in mind I had been registered for 2 weeks with 4 other so called industry leading recruitment agencies...That’s not bad is it!?), support was also great by providing me with right preparation tips for the interview, it’s no surprise that straight after I’ve landed the 2nd interview and now been offered the position that I so much been looking forward to and can excel at...for all this reasons I’m extremely grateful to appetite and have no doubts recommending  and using them in the future.

Pedro Franco – Operations Manager Tragus Holdings

After speaking to Appetite for the first time, they were keen to find me the right opportunity for my career, rather than put me in to any interview that wouldn’t have been beneficial for my career. After my meeting in the office, they maintained close contact and guided me all way throughout the interview process and gave me constructive feedback which I took on board and was successful in the final stages of interviewing.

Yashi Desai – London General Manager

Thanks again so much for everything, i was going to send you flowers and chocolate but instead it will be my pleasure to invite you to Bill's for a lunch when I will start, and will keep you updated for everything. You are such a great agency full of great people and I will never thank you enough.  The 24th of July it's my Birthday and we all having a drink at the Robin Hood in Brighton around 22h30 please feel free to join and you bring the best present ever with this job.  Thanks again so much and speak to you soon.

Vanessa Pich -  Assistant Manager, Bills Produce Store

I responded to an advert for a vacancy late at night and was pleasantly surprised to get a telephone response at the start of the next business day. After meeting with Ashley, and having unsuccessful relationships with other recruitment agencies previously, I was very happy that she listened to what I wanted from my next job role and confident that she had my interests in the forefront of her mind. Within 5 business days she had represented me and promptly arranged interviews to secure a role within a Company and location that met both my requirements for a job and also to make the dream move to the countryside for my family. The follow up contact with Ashley has been re-assuring, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. I would have no doubt whatsoever in recommending them to friends or using Appetite 4 Recruitment in my new position.

Leo Stembridge - General Manager – Elite Pub Company

I found the entire process from start to finish well structured, and very helpful.  The relationship which built up between Appetite and myself was very honest and encouraging.  The whole process was streamlined with all the facts and processes explained.  I felt I was listened to and matched perfectly with the company I was sent to, and am still with.

Dominic Naylor - General Manager, ASK

Coming from a background of running my own business for many years, I found Appetite extremely helpful and understanding of my situation. They discussed my background in depth, providing great industry advice and fantastic hints and tips for interview techniques. Following my meeting at Appetite, the interview process was quick and efficient, within which they fully briefed me on the company applied for and stayed in close contact with me throughout. Overall they were perfect! I have recommended Appetite to various friends in the industry and I believe that the same, outstanding service will be provided to them also.

Hamid Hatami – Assistant Manager, Zizzi.

Appetite provided a fantastic service whilst I was job seeking, have been consistent in keeping in contact with me and supplying opportunities for me.  The company knowledge and support I received from Appetite was extremely helpful and informative. Unfortunately, I was not selected for the role but was given the honest and constructive feedback from Appetite which made me understand the role was not for me at the time.  I would be delighted at any point in the future to be represented by Appetite

Ian Constantine - October 2008

 

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