Business Details
20 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Recruitment Experts in Hospitality and Catering
Established in 2006, Best Recruit has built a reputation for excellence in connecting skilled professionals with employers across hospitality, catering, and education sectors. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to understanding client needs, ensuring precise candidate matching and exceptional service delivery. With a 24/7 availability model, we prioritise reliability and transparency in every placement. Our sister company, Forte Reliable Staffing Agency, extends our capabilities into healthcare and support worker recruitment. We maintain rigorous quality control through continuous performance monitoring and client feedback, ensuring long-term satisfaction.Our directors bring decades of combined experience in sales, management, and recruitment, fostering a culture of professionalism and innovation. From temporary staffing to permanent placements, we serve diverse clients including hotels, nurseries, and corporate hospitality venues. Our proven track record with major organisations like Aston Villa FC and Wincanton Racecourse demonstrates our ability to meet exacting standards. We invest continuously in staff development and operational infrastructure to maintain our position as a trusted recruitment partner in Dorset and beyond.
Services
Hospitality Staffing
Catering Recruitment
Nursery Staff
Domestic Placement
Corporate Hospitality
Permanent Placements
Event Staffing
Healthcare Recruitment
Education Staffing
Temporary Staffing
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 staffing availability for urgent recruitment needs
- Our team has over 15 years' experience in hospitality and catering recruitment
- We implement precise candidate vetting and performance monitoring
- We provide sector-specific expertise across multiple industries
- Our directors maintain hands-on involvement in all client relationships
What people say
Consistent reliability
Professional service
Prompt staff delivery
Excellent event support
Qualified candidates
Services
Hospitality Staffing
We supply trained professionals for hotels, restaurants, and event venues. Our candidates undergo rigorous vetting to ensure service excellence. Clients benefit from our deep sector knowledge and rapid response times for both temporary and permanent roles.
Catering Recruitment
Specialist matching of culinary professionals including chefs and kitchen staff. We cater to Michelin-starred establishments and casual dining venues alike. Our candidates meet exacting hygiene and skill standards through comprehensive assessment processes.
Nursery Staff
We provide qualified nursery assistants and team leaders for temporary and permanent positions. Our candidates hold relevant childcare certifications and undergo enhanced DBS checks. Services cover Children's Centres and nurseries across Dorset.
Corporate Hospitality
Specialist staffing for professional sports venues including food and beverage service teams. We supply trained supervisors and front-of-house staff for high-profile events. Clients benefit from our proven track record with clubs like Aston Villa FC.
Healthcare Recruitment
Through our sister company Forte, we supply care home chefs, nurses, and support workers. Staff meet strict regulatory requirements with full compliance documentation. Services cover both temporary shifts and permanent placements across healthcare settings.
People
Howard Hodgson
Managing Director
With extensive sales and marketing experience, Howard acquired Forte Reliable Staff Agency in 2002. He expanded operations into hospitality recruitment and co-founded Best Recruit in 2006. He oversees strategic direction and growth initiatives.
Lorraine Hodgson
Sales Director
Joining in 2006, Lorraine manages client relationships from initial consultation through to placement. Her publishing industry background informs our marketing strategies. She ensures seamless service delivery across hospitality and catering sectors.
Marc Barber
Manager
Marc leads hospitality recruitment with a focus on supervised service delivery. His sector expertise ensures candidates exceed client expectations. He manages team allocation and quality control for all hospitality placements.
Zoe Jupp
Senior Consultant
Zoe specialises in matching staff to roles based on skills and personality. With experience in hospitality and care sectors, she ensures optimal placement success. She manages candidate databases and client requirements.
Kathryn Grant
Administration Manager
Kathryn handles financial operations including invoicing and payroll. She serves as primary client contact for payment queries. Her administrative expertise ensures smooth financial processes for both clients and temporary staff.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on hospitality, catering, education (nurseries/schools), domestic staffing, and healthcare recruitment.
Do you operate outside Dorset?
While based in Poole, we supply staff to clients across southern England including Hampshire and Wiltshire.
How do you ensure staff quality?
All candidates undergo skills assessments, reference checks, and enhanced DBS screening where required.
Can you handle last-minute requests?
Our 24/7 service ensures emergency staffing availability with rapid response times for urgent vacancies.
What support do you provide post-placement?
We monitor performance through regular check-ins and provide replacement staff if required.
