At Eastfield Associates, our process begins with a detailed brief from the hotel, resort, spa or restaurant outlining the requirements of the role and the type of candidate they are seeking. From there, we adopt a multifaceted, proactive search strategy, focusing on identifying high-calibre individuals who may not be actively seeking new roles but who possess the exact skills, experience, and mindset our clients need.
HOSPITALITY RECRUITMENT
Our Approach at Eastfield Associates
Targeting the Right Talent
We specialise in locating and engaging “passive candidates” — talented professionals who are currently employed but open to the right opportunity. Using our extensive network, industry insight, and years of experience in the hospitality sector, we go beyond traditional recruitment methods to ensure a perfect fit.
Example: Recruiting a Michelin-Level Chef
When tasked with sourcing a Michelin-calibre chef, we take a highly targeted approach:
Track record: We assess the properties they have worked in and whether they earned Michelin stars in their own right or as part of a larger team led by an Executive Chef or Chef Patron.
Stability: We examine the length of service and consistency in previous roles.
Career trajectory: We look at their overall development, mentors they’ve worked under, and how their career has progressed.
Reputation: We cross-reference their standing within the industry and the kitchens they’ve come through.
Candidate Engagement and Evaluation
Once we identify a potential candidate, we arrange a confidential one-to-one meeting to:
- Understand their aspirations, goals, and what they seek in a future role.
- Discuss the specifics of the hotel or group, the culture, and who they would report to.
- Gain insight into their salary expectations, current benefits, and any bonus structures in place.
- This thorough vetting process ensures both candidate and client are well-aligned.
A Consistent Strategy Across All Roles
This bespoke, detail-oriented approach is applied to all our headhunting assignments, whether we are recruiting for:
- Executive Chef or Head Chef
- General Manager or Director
- Head of Department (HOD) roles
- Reception Manager, Head Housekeeper
- Sales Manager, Finance Manager
- Or any other senior or middle management role within hospitality
Eastfield Associates – we are in tune with the hospitality industry
If you would like to discuss a role fulfillment within your hospitality organisation please contact us today – roger@eastfieldassociates.co.uk
Looking for a job or have a vacancy to fill?
If you are interested in exploring your career options or have an opportunity available within your business and need to hire, then we would love to help. To make contact with us you can simply complete the web form on the contact page or candidates can also directly e-mail a copy of their C.V. to roger@eastfieldassociates.co.uk
TESTIMONIALS
Chris Tomlinson FIH
Roger and I have been business colleagues for a number of years and, as with many hospitality relationships, this has grown to be a long standing friendship too. Roger has searched for me personally and headhunted for me on behalf of a business numerous times. His rounded knowledge of the industry and its traditions coupled…
John Higham
Executive Director & General Manager
April 17, 2023, John is Roger’s client Roger has been a huge support to me over the last 20 years or so – many candidates have come via Roger and his company Eastfield Associates. Very professional service offered at all times. Always polite and courteous and always been keen to find the right candidate that…
Michael Obray
General Manager at The Kings Head Hotel – Cirencester part of Bespoke hotels
Michael is Roger’s client April 4, 2013, Roger is an exceptionally dedicated to his business. I have used Eastfield on both sides of the recruitment spectrum, and they have produced good results on every occasion. As recruiters he stands out in so far as he really takes the time to understand your requirements when you…
Ronnie Orr
Project Management and Business Support
November 10, 2020, Ronnie is Roger’s client I have worked with Roger for many years while in several roles working in both a private and corporate environment. His flexible approach and ability to match the right candidate to the vacancy make him my first choice when I am recruiting – be it for a GM,…
Mark Godfrey FIH MI
Managing Director at Deer Park Country Hotel, Devon
I have used Roger on numerous occasions to recruit specialist senior level managers; he has always presents exceptional candidates that fit the brief. He is great to deal with, and knows the Hotel Industry inside out. I totally recommend Roger to help with your recruitment needs. October 8, 2012, Mark was a client of Roger’s
Richard Musa
Executive Vice President-Operations at SPI Group
I have dealt with Roger on a professional level and found him to be the ultimate consumate Recruitment specialist, He has an in depth knowledge of the Hospitality Industry both in the UK and Internationally and I can thoroughly recommend him to both Employers and Candidates alike. October 28, 2014, Richard was a client of…