Recruitment Agency Luton

Recruitment Agency Luton

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Regency House, 85-87 George Street, Luton, LU1 2AT

01582 723555

Quest Employment - Luton Branch.

The Luton recruitment agency branch has been based in the town centre since 1999 and has grown from strength to strength, supplying staff into some of the largest companies in the local area.

The recruitment team in Luton has over 20 years of experience within the Industrial, Technical, and Commercial sectors, making us the perfect team to fulfil all your recruitment needs. We provide staff to warehouses, factories, and production facilities across the region.

"Their exceptional customer service, response times and proven methods of candidate attraction and fulfilment leave our clients with peace of mind."

If you are looking for temporary or permanent staff and want to work with a reliable, results-driven team, then look no further. You’ll find a warm, friendly welcome from the office staff who are always happy to help.

We have a large range of day shift and night shift opportunities, along with full-time and part-time industrial jobs available in Luton, Milton Keynes, Stevenage, and Sandy — covering postcodes LU1, LU2, LU3, LU4, LU5, LU6, LU7, and more.

What We Cover in Luton

We support recruitment needs across a wide range of roles and industries in and around Luton, including:

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Opening Times

Monday: 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 8am - 4:30pm
Friday: 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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Waiting Staff
Hinckley
12.21
​ About the Role We are recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Waiting Staff for a venue based in LE9 8JE. Public transport in this area is very limited, so own transport is strongly preferred to ensure reliable access to shifts. This is an ongoing temporary position offering flexible hours and a supportive working environment. ​ Key Responsibilities Deliver friendly, professional, and attentive service to all guests. Accurately take orders and serve food and beverages promptly. Prepare, set up, and clear down dining areas before and after service. Maintain clean, tidy, and well-stocked service stations. Work closely with the kitchen and bar teams to support smooth service flow. Assist guests with queries in a polite, proactive manner. Support private events, functions, and busy service periods as needed. Follow all hygiene, safety, and cleanliness procedures. ​ ​ Requirements Own transport strongly preferred due to limited public transport options in the area. Previous waiting or hospitality experience is desirable but not essential — full training provided. Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to handle fast-paced service and work well as part of a team. Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, and daytime/evening shifts depending on business needs. Professional appearance and a positive, can-do attitude. ​ ​ What We Offer £12.21 per hour Ongoing temporary work with regular shifts Flexible scheduling Supportive team environment Opportunities to work across a variety of events and service styles
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Chef
Oakham
15
​ About the Role We are seeking a skilled and reliable Chef to join a well-established venue based in Oakham (LE15 7QB). The kitchen focuses on producing high-quality traditional British dishes, including classics such as scones, cakes, pastries, light lunches, and seasonal specials. This role offers great work–life balance with no evening shifts, and the opportunity to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate. Due to the rural location and lack of public transport, candidates must have access to their own vehicle. ​ Key Responsibilities Prepare and cook a range of traditional British dishes to a consistent, high standard. Produce fresh baked goods daily, including scones, cakes, traybakes, pastries, and other café-style items. Support menu planning, specials, and seasonal offerings. Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness at all times. Assist with stock control, ordering, and waste management. Work efficiently during daytime service, ensuring smooth and timely food delivery. Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure a positive customer experience. Contribute positively to the kitchen team with a flexible, can-do attitude. ​ Requirements Proven chef experience in a café, restaurant, hotel, or similar environment. Confidence preparing traditional British food and baked items. Strong understanding of food hygiene and allergen procedures. Ability to work independently as well as part of a small team. Must have access to a car due to location. Flexibility to work across a Monday–Sunday daytime rota. Reliable, organised, and passionate about quality food. ​ What We Offer Daytime hours only — no evening shifts. Ongoing temporary position with strong potential to become permanent. Supportive team environment. Opportunity to work in a scenic venue with a loyal customer base. Varied and enjoyable kitchen work, from baking to classic British cooking.
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Waiting Staff
Oakham
12.21
​ About the Role We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Waiting Staff to join our team at a venue based in Oakham (LE15 7QB). As the location is not accessible by public transport, candidates must have access to their own vehicle. This is an ongoing temporary position offering flexible shifts and a supportive working environment. ​ Key Responsibilities Provide friendly, professional, and attentive service to all guests. Accurately take orders and deliver food and drinks in a timely manner. Set up, prepare, and clear down dining areas before and after service. Maintain clean, organised, and well-stocked service stations. Communicate effectively with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth service. Handle guest requests and questions with a positive and proactive approach. Assist with weddings, private events, and busy service periods as required. Follow all safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards. ​ Requirements Must have access to a car and valid driving licence (no public transport available). Previous hospitality experience needed Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to work well under pressure and within a team. Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and event shifts. Professional appearance and a positive, can-do attitude. ​ ​ What We Offer £12.21 per hour. Ongoing temporary work with regular shifts. Flexible scheduling. Supportive team environment. Opportunity to work at an attractive venue hosting regular events.
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Catering Assistant - Greenhithe
Greenhithe
12.21
​About the Role: We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen Assistants to join our busy hospitality team in Greenhithe. You’ll play a key role in supporting our chefs and helping to deliver a great experience for our customers in a fast-paced catering environment. ​ Key Responsibilities: - Support food preparation and service ​ - Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen area - Wash and sanitise dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment - Follow all food hygiene and health & safety standards ​ - Work as part of a team to ensure smooth daily operations Requirements: ​ - A Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate (essential) - Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant or in a similar kitchen role ​ - A positive, can-do attitude and strong teamwork skills ​ - The ability to stay calm and efficient under pressure ​ What We Offer: ​ - Supportive and friendly team environment ​ - Opportunities for training and development ​ - Competitive pay and flexible working hours - If you’re passionate about food, teamwork, and delivering great service, we’d love to hear from you. ​ Apply now to join our hospitality team in Greenhithe
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Catering Assistant
City of Westminster
12.21
​​About the Role: We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen Assistants to join our busy hospitality team in Edinburgh. You’ll play a key role in supporting our chefs and helping to deliver a great experience for our customers in a fast-paced catering environment. ​ Key Responsibilities: - Support food preparation and service ​ - Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen area ​ - Wash and sanitise dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment - Follow all food hygiene and health & safety standards - Work as part of a team to ensure smooth daily operations Requirements: - A Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate (essential) ​ - Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant or in a similar kitchen role ​ - A positive, can-do attitude and strong teamwork skills ​ - The ability to stay calm and efficient under pressure What We Offer: - Supportive and friendly team environment - Opportunities for training and development ​ - Competitive pay and flexible working hours ​ - If you’re passionate about food, teamwork, and delivering great service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join our hospitality team in Pimlico
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Catering Assistant - Edinburgh
Edinburgh
12.21
​​About the Role We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen Assistants to join our busy hospitality team in Edinburgh. You’ll play a key role in supporting our chefs and helping to deliver a great experience for our customers in a fast-paced catering environment. ​ Key Responsibilities: - Support food preparation and service ​ - Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen area ​ - Wash and sanitise dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment - Follow all food hygiene and health & safety standards - Work as part of a team to ensure smooth daily operations Requirements: ​ - A Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate (essential) ​ - Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant or in a similar kitchen role ​ - A positive, can-do attitude and strong teamwork skills ​ - The ability to stay calm and efficient under pressure What We Offer: - Supportive and friendly team environment - Opportunities for training and development ​ - Competitive pay and flexible working hours ​ - If you’re passionate about food, teamwork, and delivering great service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join our hospitality team in Edinburgh
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Catering Assistant - Liverpool
Liverpool
12.21
​About the Role We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen Assistants to join our busy hospitality team in Edinburgh. You’ll play a key role in supporting our chefs and helping to deliver a great experience for our customers in a fast-paced catering environment. ​ Key Responsibilities: - Support food preparation and service ​ - Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen area ​ - Wash and sanitise dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment - Follow all food hygiene and health & safety standards - Work as part of a team to ensure smooth daily operations Requirements: ​ - A Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate (essential) ​ - Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant or in a similar kitchen role ​ - A positive, can-do attitude and strong teamwork skills ​ - The ability to stay calm and efficient under pressure What We Offer: - Supportive and friendly team environment - Opportunities for training and development ​ - Competitive pay and flexible working hours ​ - If you’re passionate about food, teamwork, and delivering great service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join our hospitality team in Liverpool
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Shift Engineer
Watford
32401
​We’re looking for a skilled and flexible Shift Engineer to join our dedicated maintenance team. In this role, you’ll help ensure the entire property is kept in top condition, supporting both guest-facing areas and behind-the-scenes operations. Your work will be key to keeping everything running smoothly and maintaining the high standards expected in a luxury five-star environment. ​ What you’ll be doing: Responding to maintenance requests across the property, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and effectively. Liaising with different departments to prioritise tasks and source parts where needed. Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of equipment and systems. Ensuring all work is completed safely, on time and to a high standard. Supporting the wider team to deliver an efficient and reliable service for guests and staff. About you: Previous experience as an Engineer in a hotel or similar environment is essential. Mechanical or electrical qualification (ideally City & Guilds level). Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure. Flexible and reliable, with availability to work shifts, weekends and occasional nights. A proactive team player with great communication skills. What’s in it for you: Competitive salary and benefits package. Full uniform and equipment provided. Complimentary meals on duty. Discounts across food, beverage, spa and accommodation. Use of leisure facilities including gym and golf. Supportive, family-style working environment where you’re valued as an individual. If you’re an experienced engineer who takes pride in keeping everything running behind the scenes, apply today!
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Brasserie Supervisor
St Albans
upto 36000
​About the Role We’re looking for a passionate and hands-on Brasserie Supervisor to lead our vibrant restaurant team. You’ll play a key role in delivering outstanding dining experiences, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, and inspiring your team to consistently exceed guest expectations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with proven supervisory experience in a premium hospitality setting, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in exceptional service. ​ Key Responsibilities Support the management team in running daily Brasserie operations Lead, train, and motivate the restaurant team to deliver exceptional service Ensure compliance with food and beverage policies, standards, and hygiene procedures Coordinate service to ensure every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience Assist with staff rotas, budgeting, and daily administrative duties Maintain high standards in cash handling, stock control, and security Actively drive sales and contribute to the ongoing success of the restaurant ​ What We’re Looking For Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory role within a quality restaurant or hotel environment Strong leadership and communication skills with a hands-on approach Excellent knowledge of food and beverage operations Experience using Micros or similar POS systems (advantageous) Flexible to work various shifts, including weekends and evenings A passion for hospitality, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence ​ What’s in It for You Competitive salary of £31,590 + service charge Full-time role (45 hours per week) Supportive, professional working environment Opportunities for growth and development within a high-end hospitality setting Meals on duty and staff benefits (where applicable) ​ If you’re a confident leader with a warm, professional approach and a genuine love for creating exceptional dining experiences, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your hospitality career.
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Deep Clean Operatives
St Ives
12.21
​We’re looking for reliable Deep Clean Operatives to join our cleaning team in St Ives. You’ll play a key role in maintaining high standards of hygiene and presentation across all areas of a busy retail environment. This role involves deep cleaning of customer areas, staff facilities, and food preparation or storage zones using specialist equipment and cleaning materials. ​ We understand flexibility matters — that’s why we offer both day and night shifts. You can pick and choose the shifts that work best for you, whether you prefer early mornings, evenings, or overnight work. ​ Main Responsibilities Carry out detailed deep cleaning tasks following set schedules Operate cleaning machinery and use chemicals safely Maintain high hygiene standards across all assigned areas Support general cleaning and housekeeping duties as needed ​ What You’ll Need No previous experience is necessary — full training will be provided — but you’ll need to: Be thorough, reliable, and take pride in your work Work safely with cleaning products and equipment Have a good eye for detail Be comfortable working independently or as part of a team Be able to follow health & safety and COSHH guidelines ​ What We Offer £12.21 per hour, paid weekly Flexible shifts (choose days or nights) All training and equipment provided Supportive team environment Opportunities for extra shifts and ongoing work ​ Ready to get started? Apply today and join a hardworking team that keeps workplaces spotless and safe
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Commis Chef
Solihull
13.50
​ About the Role We’re looking for a passionate and motivated Commis Chef to join our friendly kitchen team in a care home that prides itself on using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create nutritious and delicious meals. You’ll support the Head Chef in preparing and serving high-quality dishes that make a real difference to our residents’ daily lives. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and cooking of fresh, wholesome meals in line with daily menus and dietary requirements. Maintain high standards of food presentation, hygiene, and safety at all times. Support senior chefs with stock rotation, deliveries, and kitchen organisation. Ensure compliance with food safety and allergen procedures. Contribute ideas for seasonal menus and new dishes. Work collaboratively within a caring, team-focused environment. About You Previous experience in a professional kitchen (care, catering, or hospitality environment preferred). A genuine passion for cooking with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene desirable). Team player with a positive, can-do attitude and strong attention to detail. Willingness to learn and grow within a supportive team. What We Offer A warm, supportive working environment with a strong sense of purpose. Opportunities for training and career development. Free meals on shift.
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Senior Sous Chef
Watford
56109 + service charge
​ We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. As a key member of the kitchen leadership, you will support the Executive Chef and Head Chef in overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations — ensuring the delivery of exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation across all outlets. This is a hands-on, creative role suited to an accomplished chef who thrives in a fast-paced, luxury environment and enjoys mentoring others to achieve excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead daily kitchen operations alongside the Head Chef, ensuring smooth service and outstanding guest experiences. Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and consistency across all menus. Support menu development and seasonal updates, bringing fresh ideas and creativity to the table. Train, motivate, and develop the kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Oversee stock control, ordering, and cost management to achieve budgetary targets. Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards. Deputise for the Head Chef in their absence. Collaborate closely with the front-of-house and management teams to uphold seamless service standards. About You Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or strong Sous Chef in a high-volume, high-end environment (hotel, resort, or fine dining). Exceptional culinary skills with a passion for seasonality and modern British/European cuisine. Strong leadership and organisational abilities with a calm, hands-on approach. Excellent communication and team management skills. A genuine passion for hospitality and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences. Relevant food safety and hygiene qualifications. What We Offer Competitive salary of £56,109 per annum, plus service charge. Opportunities for progression and professional development within a leading hospitality group. Meals on duty and uniform provided. Staff benefits, discounts, and wellness initiatives.
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Team Leader
Luton
£16.70 Per Hour
​We are recruiting for an experienced Warehouse Team Leader on behalf of our client based in Luton. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with strong leadership skills and hands-on warehouse experience to join a busy and growing operation. Responsibilities: Lead, motivate and support warehouse operatives to achieve daily targets Oversee stock control, order picking and dispatch operations Ensure health & safety procedures and company policies are followed Monitor performance and provide training/coaching where needed Liaise with supervisors and managers to ensure smooth warehouse operations Support with hands-on warehouse tasks when required Requirements: Previous experience in a warehouse team leader or supervisory role Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to motivate and manage a team in a busy environment Flexibility to work varying shifts (6am–2pm, 8am–4pm, 10am–6pm) Proactive, hands-on approach with attention to detail Benefits: £16.70 per hour, paid weekly Ongoing, full-time role with opportunities for progression Supportive team environment Onsite parking and modern facilities If you have the experience and drive to succeed in this role, please apply today with your CV.
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