Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Catering & Hospitality Recruitment Experts
Established in 1997, Mise en Place has built a reputation as a leading specialist in catering and hospitality recruitment. Our agency focuses on connecting high-calibre professionals with premier establishments across London, the UK, and internationally. With deep industry expertise, we offer tailored recruitment solutions for roles ranging from executive chefs and restaurant managers to private chefs and hospitality staff. Our consultants combine sector-specific knowledge with a personalized approach, ensuring candidates and employers achieve optimal matches. We maintain rigorous candidate screening processes, leveraging an extensive database and targeted advertising to source professionals with proven leadership, technical skills, and cultural fit.Operating with transparency and integrity, we prioritise long-term relationships over transactional placements, supporting both employers and candidates through evolving industry demands. Our global network spans Michelin-starred restaurants, 5-star hotels, private households, and event catering operations, reflecting our commitment to excellence across all recruitment services.
Services
Catering Recruitment
Hospitality Recruitment
Executive Chef Placements
Restaurant Management
Private Chef Services
International Staffing
Event Catering
Hotel Recruitment
Sous Chef Roles
Pastry Chef Placements
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialist experience in catering and hospitality recruitment
- Our consultants provide personalized candidate screening and industry-specific expertise
- We maintain an extensive database of pre-vetted senior culinary and management professionals
- We operate globally with placements in 40+ countries across diverse hospitality sectors
- Our tailored approach ensures precise cultural and skill-based candidate-employer matching
What people say
Exceptional candidate matching
Deep industry knowledge
Global placement capabilities
Personalized recruitment approach
Proven track record
Services
Executive Chef Recruitment
Specialist placement service for senior culinary leadership roles. We source experienced executive chefs for Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury hotels, and high-end catering operations. Our rigorous vetting process ensures candidates possess proven leadership, menu development expertise, and operational management capabilities. Clients benefit from our extensive industry network and tailored matching methodology.
Hospitality Management
Comprehensive recruitment solutions for hospitality leadership positions. We place restaurant managers, hotel executives, and event catering directors with demonstrable success in operations management. Our candidates demonstrate strong financial acumen, staff leadership, and customer service excellence. Employers gain access to professionals with proven track records in premium venues.
Private Chef Services
Discreet recruitment service for private household culinary roles. We source private chefs with expertise in special dietary requirements, international cuisines, and household management. Our candidates undergo enhanced background checks and demonstrate experience in high-profile private service environments. Clients receive tailored matches considering lifestyle requirements and culinary preferences.
International Staffing
Cross-border recruitment solutions for hospitality professionals. We facilitate placements across 40+ countries with support for work visas, relocation, and cultural adaptation. Our international network includes luxury resorts, embassy functions, and private residences. Employers benefit from our knowledge of local regulations and global market standards.
Event Catering
Specialist recruitment for event catering operations. We supply experienced personnel for conferences, weddings, and corporate functions. Our candidates include senior chefs, service managers, and event coordinators with expertise in large-scale food production and premium client service. Clients receive professionals trained in health & safety compliance and event logistics.
Questions
What hospitality sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on restaurants, luxury hotels, private service, event catering, and food retail sectors across both casual and fine dining environments.
Do you offer international recruitment services?
Yes, we place candidates in 40+ countries with expertise in visa requirements, relocation logistics, and cultural adaptation for hospitality professionals.
How do you vet culinary candidates?
We conduct detailed interviews, verify employment history, assess technical skills, and check references to ensure candidates meet our exacting standards for senior roles.
What management positions do you cover?
We recruit for restaurant managers, hotel F&B directors, catering operations managers, and event hospitality supervisors with proven leadership experience.
Can you assist with urgent staffing needs?
While we prioritise thorough vetting, we maintain a database of immediately available professionals for time-sensitive placements across key hospitality roles.
Do you work with Michelin-starred establishments?
Yes, we have extensive experience placing chefs and managers in Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotel groups requiring the highest culinary standards.
Reviews (1)
Ian Simpson
Oct 06, 2020
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Have been using Mise en place for 10 years and very happy with the placements they have got me....All SOLID jobs with good conditions.....
