About us

Saffron Vanilla: Expert Hospitality Recruitment Solutions
by Stephen Ramsden & the team:

Like our namesake ingredients, Saffron Vanilla brings exceptional value through precision and efficiency. Just as these premium spices create extraordinary results when expertly utilised, our staffing solutions deliver outstanding outcomes through careful resource management.

We source hospitality talent with the same meticulous attention to detail. Whether you need permanent or temporary staff, our approach combines premium quality with smart resource allocation – maximising value while maintaining the highest service standards. Each placement is carefully considered, ensuring you get the perfect blend of talent to enhance your business.

“We handle the sourcing, screening, and initial interviewing of candidates. This can eliminate the need for extensive advertising expenses and will save valuable time spent on reviewing applications.”

Stephen Ramsden from Saffron Vanilla at the liverpool hospitality awards

Stephen Ramsden

Managing Director, Saffron Vanilla

“The process of recruiting, advertising job openings, and screening candidates can be time-consuming and expensive. By partnering with a staffing agency such as Saffron Vanilla, you can minimise recruitment costs.”

We Provide Elite Staffing Solutions Across These Hospitality Sectors:

Lead by Hospitality veteran, Stephen Ramsden, Saffron Vanilla cover recruitment for various aspects of the catering sector:

  • Stadium catering
  • Event catering
  • Pubs and Restaurants
  • Hotels
  • Schools and work canteens
  • Private dining
  • Care homes

The Saffron Vanilla temporary staff avail themselves to our innovative online timesheet system, making sure you are in control of the costs

How Saffron Vanilla can help you

Permanent Recruitment Solutions

  • Strategic placement of executive chefs, head chefs, and kitchen management teams
  • Front of house leadership including restaurant managers and sommeliers

Nationwide Relief Chef Network

  • Emergency chef coverage with immediate availability
  • Short-notice holiday and sickness cover

Front of House Excellence

  • All levels of experienced waiting staff, for all dining environments

Kitchen Support Staff

  • Reliable kitchen porters with flexible scheduling options

Bar & Beverage Specialists

  • Experienced cocktail bartenders, mixologists and Bar Managers with proven track records

Chefs

We will always listen to your requirements when searching for a professional chef. Business’s choose to use Saffron Vanilla for our methodical approach to the recruitment process.

Front of House Staff

If you are looking for the best Front of House staff, Saffron Vanilla can help. As one of the few recruitment firms dealing with the Hospitality Sector, we can provide unmatched industry insight as you advance in your career. If temporary cover is needed, we are also among the top hospitality agencies.

Kitchen Porters

Through our web platform, we strive to make locating the ideal kitchen porter job as straightforward as possible. Join the excellent team of our clients on a full or part-time basis, with flexible hours to suit everyone.

Are you hiring?

At Saffron Vanilla, we source your workforce for you, supplying permanent and temporary staff for your business needs, in the Hospitality sector.

Looking for your next position?

At Saffron Vanilla, we are always interested in talking to talented hospitality staff. Get in touch to see how we can help you with career opportunities