Umbrella Employ

Connecting Great People with Great Hospitality Careers

Whether you're looking for your next opportunity in hospitality or searching for talented people to join your team, Umbrella Employ is here to help.

Built on our extensive network of hospitality employers and industry professionals, Umbrella Employ connects ambitious candidates with some of the UK's leading hospitality, catering, leisure and care sector employers

Looking for an opportunity?

At Umbrella Training, we work with hundreds of employers across restaurants, hotels, pubs, bars, contract catering, care homes, private members' clubs and visitor attractions. Every year, we help people start, develop and progress their careers within the hospitality sector.

Whether you're:

  • Starting your career in hospitality

  • Looking for your first chef role

  • Ready to step into management

  • Returning to the industry

  • Seeking your next career move

we can help you discover exciting opportunities with employers who are committed to developing their people.

Why use Umbrella Employ?

✅ Access to hospitality vacancies across the UK

✅ Opportunities with trusted hospitality employers

✅ Vacancies suitable for all experience levels

✅ Career progression opportunities

✅ Apprenticeship and professional development pathways

✅ Support from hospitality specialists who understand the sector

How to get started:

STEP 1

Schedule a consultation

Talk to our Careers and Talent Director to discuss your career goals and explore available apprenticeship options.

STEP 3

Find your perfect match

We'll connect you with employers offering apprenticeships that align with your interests and skills.

Ready to take the next step? Simply fill out the form provided, and we'll be in touch to schedule a consultation.

STEP 2

Receive personalised guidance

Our team will help you identify suitable apprenticeships and guide you through the application process.

Find current vacancies

Looking to Hire?

Finding the right people has never been more important.

Through Umbrella Employ, employers can access a growing network of hospitality professionals, apprentices, graduates, and experienced industry talent looking for their next opportunity.

We understand hospitality because it's what we do. Our specialist knowledge allows us to connect employers with candidates who not only have the right skills but also align with the culture and values of your business.

How We Support Employers

  • Advertise your vacancies through our recruitment network

  • Access hospitality-focused talent pools

  • Promote opportunities to apprentices, alumni and hospitality professionals

  • Reach candidates through multiple channels and industry partnerships

  • Support workforce planning and talent development

  • Create pathways into apprenticeships and professional development programmes

Whether you are recruiting for:

  • Chefs

  • Front of House teams

  • Restaurant Managers

  • Supervisors

  • Housekeeping

  • Concierge

  • Catering teams

  • Hospitality leaders

Umbrella Employ can help you identify the right talent for your business.

Contact us so we can discuss your needs.

Apprenticeship vacancies

Apprenticeship and traineeship vacancies are FREE* to advertise for all successful applicants.

* The fee includes:

  • Publication of your vacancy across multiple channels, including Not going to Uni, DWP, Umbrella Training, Indeed and many more

  • Screening and matching applicants to your specification

  • Setting up and arranging interviews with candidates

  • Supporting with employment and start dates where required

Other vacancies

Other vacancies outside of apprenticeships and traineeships come with a small flat based fixed fee* based on the level of the job.

  • Waiters/housekeepers/concierge and any basic role in FOH/BOH/F&B/catering/HR

    £500 + VAT

  • Supervisory roles/ First-line manager and any HOD roles

    £750 + VAT

  • Operations managers and senior managers

    £1000 + VAT

Contact us for our Terms of Business