TL;DR: Employment Agency Standards Inspectorate (EAS) is the UK regulator that enforces key rules for recruitment agencies and employment businesses, including the Conduct Regulations. If you use agency chefs, front…
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Michelin 2026 launch in Dublin. Last updated: 21:25 – Feb 9th 2026 Tonight (February 9th) marks the annual Michelin awards for UK & Eire, this time in Dublin, the very…
Saffron Vanilla Controllable Cost Staffing Solutions Saffron Vanilla is a Hospitality Recruitment Agency North West. We have put together a short video to explain Exactly what Saffron Vanilla can do…
Every year, on September 10th, the world observes World Suicide Prevention Day. For chefs and hospitality workers, this day carries particular weight, as conversations about mental health in kitchens are…
The UK hospitality sector is bracing for significant changes as IR35 reforms and National Insurance Contribution (NICs) increases converge to create challenging recruitment conditions. For hospitality businesses and recruitment agencies…
In the 10+ years as a hospitality recruiter across the UK, We’ve witnessed the pivotal role networking plays in the UK hospitality landscape. Recent research from the Institute of Hospitality…
Michelin 2025 launch in Glasgow. Tonight (February 10th) marks the annual Michelin awards, the very pinnacle of culinary recognition for chefs. Many culinary competitions and award ceremonies will claim to…
Liverpool’s Most Prestigious Hospitality Awards Return for 2025! Saffron Vanilla, in conjunction with The Titanic hotel & Liverpool ONE are proud to announce their sponsorship of Liverpool Hospitality Association’s (LHA)…
Want to turn your passion for cooking into a flexible career? Here’s your complete guide to becoming a freelance chef in the UK. Whether you dream of cooking on luxury…
Ever wondered what it takes to feed thousands of hungry football fans, players, and VIPs on matchday? Welcome to the first instalment of our “A Day in the Life of”…