About Chestnut
At Chestnut, we’re more than just a collection of beautiful
pubs with rooms Big houses and more — we’re a community built on people,
purpose, and potential. As we continue to grow, we’re committed to attracting
the best talent and nurturing future hospitality stars. To support this
mission, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and creative Recruitment Coordinator to join our People team and help bring our employer brand to
life.
The Role
Reporting to the Talent and Recruitment Business Partner,
this is a hands-on and varied role focused on sourcing great people, building
our brand, and championing our presence across schools, colleges, job fairs,
and industry events. You’ll work closely with our recruitment, operations, and
marketing teams to ensure Chestnut remains an employer of choice in
hospitality.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Attraction & Sourcing
* Proactively
source candidates for a range of roles across the Chestnut collection.
* Build
and maintain candidate pipelines through job boards, social media, and
referrals.
* Support
the People team with pre-screening, interview coordination, and
recruitment admin.
Employer Branding & Social Media
* Create
engaging content that promotes Chestnut’s culture, opportunities, and
employee stories across LinkedIn, Instagram, and other channels.
* Collaborate
with marketing to align recruitment campaigns with our brand voice.
* Monitor
and report on social engagement and brand visibility.
Education & Community Engagement
* Develop
partnerships with local schools, colleges, and universities to promote
hospitality careers and Chestnut’s training pathways.
* Organise
and attend careers events, talks, and workshops to inspire early talent.
* Act
as an ambassador for Chestnut’s apprenticeship and development programmes.
Events & Industry Presence
* Represent
Chestnut at job fairs, hospitality expos, and community events.
* Help
plan and deliver recruitment days, open houses, and onboarding
experiences.
* Strengthen
local connections to support regional recruitment initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
* Passionate
about people, hospitality, and making a difference.
* Strong
communication and relationship-building skills.
* Creative
mindset with a flair for content creation and social media.
* Comfortable
presenting to groups and networking in public settings.
* Organised,
proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.
* Experience
in recruitment, hospitality, education, or marketing is desirable.
Why Join Chestnut?
* Team
& Individual Incentives – Enjoy
rewards for your hard work, including staff days out and even trips
abroad.
* Bonus
Schemes – Performance-based
rewards to recognise your contribution.
* Employee
Assistance Programme (EAP) – Free,
confidential support for wellbeing, finances, and more.
* Team
Parties & Social Events –
Regular events to connect, relax, and celebrate together.
* Work
Anniversary Rewards – Your commitment is
celebrated every year.
* Peter
Graham Wine Discounts – Enjoy exclusive pricing
on carefully selected wines.
* Family
& Friends Discounts – Share
special perks with those you care about.
* Team
Discounts – Up to 50% off your
food bill at our venues.
* Overnight
Stays from £75 – Take a break at any
Chestnut property at a reduced rate.
* High
Street Discounts – Save on retail, dining,
and travel with exclusive deals.
* Free Meal
on Duty – Enjoy a freshly prepared
meal every shift.
* Tips +
Wagestream Access – Track your earnings in
real-time and access pay as you earn.
* Flexible
Hours – We help you maintain a
healthy work-life balance.
* Learning
& Development – Grow your career with
access to accredited training courses and continuous development
opportunities.