Business Details
17 Years
experience
Hospitality Recruitment Experts in Oxford & London
Gold Star Recruitment is a specialist catering and hospitality recruitment agency established in 2009. Based in North Oxford with offices in London and Cheltenham, we serve clients across Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Hertfordshire, and the Cotswolds. Our team comprises former hospitality professionals with deep industry knowledge, offering tailored recruitment solutions for hotels, restaurants, universities, and event companies.We pride ourselves on providing specialist, personal service without a sales pitch, matching top talent with roles in front-of-house, kitchen, and management positions. With over 15 years of combined experience, we operate seven days a week to meet the dynamic needs of the hospitality sector.
Services
Relief Chefs
Permanent Chefs
Temporary Hospitality Jobs
Front of House Staff
Kitchen Roles
Management Recruitment
Event Staffing
Catering Assistants
Housekeeping Staff
Gastro Pub Roles
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of combined experience in hospitality recruitment.
- Our team comprises former hospitality professionals with industry-specific expertise.
- We offer tailored recruitment solutions for hotels, restaurants, and event companies.
- We operate seven days a week to meet urgent staffing needs.
- We cover a wide geographic area including Oxford, London, and the Cotswolds.
What people say
Exceptional service
Reliable staff
Industry knowledge
Quick response
Professional approach
Services
Hospitality Recruitment
Gold Star Recruitment specialises in placing skilled professionals in hospitality roles across the UK. We connect hotels, restaurants, and event companies with chefs, front-of-house staff, and managers. Our deep industry knowledge ensures candidates match clients' exact requirements, from temporary relief to permanent leadership positions.
Temporary Staffing
We provide flexible temporary staffing for hospitality businesses requiring short-term support. Our database includes experienced waiting staff, baristas, and kitchen assistants ready to deploy at short notice. Clients benefit from reliable coverage during peak periods or staff shortages without compromising service quality.
Permanent Recruitment
Goldstar identifies and places permanent staff for hospitality establishments seeking long-term talent. We rigorously vet candidates for roles ranging from sous chefs to general managers, ensuring cultural fit and technical competence. Our process reduces turnover by aligning organisational goals with candidate aspirations.
Relief Chef Services
Our relief chef service provides qualified culinary professionals for interim kitchen coverage. Restaurants and hotels access experienced chefs to maintain service standards during absences or high-demand periods. We match candidates' specialisms with clients' menu requirements and operational needs.
Event Staffing
Goldstar supplies trained staff for hospitality events including weddings, conferences, and festivals. Our team includes bartenders, servers, and coordinators capable of delivering premium service under pressure. Clients receive adaptable support tailored to event scale and complexity.
People
Lee Morris
Director
Lee founded Gold Star Recruitment in 2009 after 20 years in hospitality recruitment. A self-described foodie, he combines industry expertise with a passion for connecting talent with opportunity. He leads the agency's strategic direction while maintaining hands-on client relationships.
Selin Malta
Branch Manager
Selin oversees the temporary staffing division, leveraging her recruitment expertise since joining in 2013. She focuses on maintaining service excellence while managing the fast-paced demands of temporary hospitality placements. Outside work, she prioritises family time and local dining experiences.
Ben Reed
Perms Division Manager
Ben transitioned from hospitality management to recruitment after eight years in the sector. As former pub general manager, he understands operational challenges firsthand. He specialises in permanent placements, combining practical insight with recruitment expertise to match long-term talent needs.
Questions
What areas does Goldstar Recruitment cover?
We operate across Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Hertfordshire, the Cotswolds, and London.
Do you specialise in specific hospitality roles?
We specialise in kitchen staff, front-of-house roles, management positions, and event staffing across hotels, restaurants, and catering operations.
How quickly can temporary staff be deployed?
Our temporary staffing solutions typically deploy candidates within 24-48 hours of request confirmation.
What experience do your recruiters have?
Our team includes former hospitality professionals with over 15 years' combined industry experience in recruitment and operations.
Do you charge candidates for registration?
No, our recruitment services for candidates are completely free of charge.
