FAQ - Client
Why should I use Hospitality Search International?
Hospitality Search International was formed by experienced HR and industry professionals with an in-depth knowledge of the skills that they recruit for. We are based in London however we service and assist blue chip companies around the globe. We find that this enables us to present a wider range of candidates. Our service levels are high and our rates are sensible. We aim to work honestly and form long term business relationships.
Are Recruitment Agencies expensive?
Rates can vary widely between different agencies. Hospitality Search International offer sensible rates and a compressive varied rate card, which can be negotiated in return for exclusivity or for large recruitment campaigns. With media and job board advertising rates increasing year on year, it is often proving more cost effective to use Hospitality Search International with the added benefit of not having to manage the advertising response.
What services are provided?
As well as sourcing suitably screened candidates, we also arrange all interviews, provide interview feedback, manage offers, negotiate salaries, take references and generally manage the entire recruitment process from advertising to candidate start. This is all included in the placement fee, which is paid on appointment of a suitable candidate.
How do you attract suitable candidates?
We have long term agreements with several leading recruitment web sites. Our own website contains details of all our live vacancies, which is proving increasingly popular globally. We build relationships with candidates we feel we can place both now and in the future.
Do you have experience of successfully filling vacancies in my sector?
If you’re trying to find a candidate to fill a particularly niche position within the hospitality sector it’s definitely worth getting in touch as this difficulty to fill roles are our bread and butter. We may already have suitable candidates on our database for the role in question, which will greatly reduce your time-to-hire.
Why do we offer varying levels of support?
It’s like anything - “one glove does not fit all”. So we offer different levels of support depending on your business, requirements and budget. Please get in touch if you would like to find out all of the options available and how we can help you with your Hospitality job placement needs.
How many candidates do we have on our database?
The wider reach a recruitment agency has, the more likely they are to find the perfect candidate for you. However, remember that it’s not just numbers that are important; we also think quality plays great importance to what we do.
Why should I choose you over other recruitment agencies?
Hospitality Search International can add real value to your company and to its HR requirements. We provide expert knowledge and contacts to help you find the right staff for your business requirements.
Why choose HSI
Fast-track the hiring process – a key benefit of using HSI when you have a tight hiring time frame. With quality candidates already vetted and available, we can streamline the hiring process, potentially reducing the time it takes to bring a new employee on board by up to six weeks.
Reduced the risk of bad hires – when you consider the cost of a bad hire to your business, it makes sense to work with a recruiter like HSI. Candidates are thoroughly screened, and in some cases the top talent we hold we have placed them in the past, so we have a strong understanding of their skills, experience and employment history.
There are several reasons why you should use Hospitality Search International when it comes to choosing a recruitment agency that will deliver outstanding service.
Scale and Exposure – We are a specialist recruitment firm that trades globally. This gives your business the benefit of extensive experience across the Hospitality sectors, as well as giving you up to date advice on how we can add value to your business as well as advising of the latest remuneration trends and staffing issues.
Client lists – we have a first-class client list due to working with the majority of the International hotel companies in some form or another. We are proud of our client base. We have many repeat customers – this shows that we are delivering on expectations. Read some of our client testimonials. As we grow and develop we at Hospitality Search International are always interested in building new partnerships with new clients and developing new relationships.
Reach - Hospitality Search International has a global reach, hence we are better placed to draw on a broader range of candidates. Quite simply we are a recruiter with an extensive network and we have access to candidates that you don’t.
Specialisation – Today’s workplace demands specialist skills, and Hospitality Search International have access to a vast pool of candidates with in-demand skills and relevant qualifications and experience in the Hospitality Industry. We are confident the candidates that we provide will not only meet your expectations, but exceed the requirements of the role.
Recruitment process – Hospitality Search International will add value to the hiring process by only shortlisting candidates that match the brief given. Then we will evaluate their suitability before you get to see them. We will only present candidates that match the requirements of our clients, whether that be 1,2 or 4 profiles. The focus is firmly on quality.
Why do we take so many details from you on the specific candidate requirements?
We use the details you share with us to write your job advert. A web-optimised job advert is essential for candidates to find your role advertised online. We have a dedicated copywriter and produce a fully-optimised job advertisement that not only sells your role but ensures that your vacancy is seen by the right candidates.
How many agencies should a company use when hiring for a vacancy?
We would recommend ideally that you use an agency such as Hospitality Search International on an exclusive basic. As it come down to yield you are more than likely to get the full level of service if your prepared to build that one to one relationship as this what trust is built on. However, is do not what to do this initially when we would suggest no more than 2/3 agencies to ensure that a selection of well suited candidates are presented from varied sources.
Why do companies use recruitment agencies?
The benefits of using a recruitment agency for employers are plentiful. They have a wider knowledge of the latest recruitment news and trends, and a vast network of talent to draw from. You’ll be able to take advantage of a larger pool of high-quality candidates, which will be thoroughly vetted and handled with professional impartiality.
What to expect when working with a Hospitality Search International
A few key points to understand about the benefits and processes involved when working with us.
A targeted process
Most international Hospitality companies are looking for a specific skill mix in their candidates—something which can take time to pinpoint if you do not have an abundance of candidates to hand. As the market place is driven by a skill shortage, candidates are in the driving seat, so it’s important to move faster when these candidates are identified
Access to a larger pool of candidates
A different recruitment processes
At Hospitality Search International we champion innovation that can help you identify new strategic, cost-effective recruitment solutions for or clients businesses
Support in securing a candidate
We are not just recruitment professionals, experienced in finding candidates for your vacant positions. We will endeavour to sell your brand and the opportunity to the candidate. Then we support and take both you, our client, and the candidate thought the process of selection, interview, contract offer, negotiation, acceptance, onboarding and placement follow up.
We act as a beneficial to candidates, too. As part of the hiring process we work hard to ensure that they understand the candidate’s career goals and that the role meets them—an important step in retaining talent and driving workplace happiness.
We at Hospitality Search International have the same objective: to find the perfect candidate for long-term success, and to place them quickly. This requires teamwork and synergy, as well as great communication
Select a recruitment agency
Before you commit, take the time to think about which recruitment agency is best for you. It helps to choose a specialist that operates within your industry ie Hospitality sector - Hospitality Search International. In Hospitality we have a far better understanding of your expectations and the tasks required of the position relative to the challenges.
Realistic expectations regarding candidates
You should have a list of ideal qualifications and skills in mind when hiring for a role. It’s always good to remain flexible in the solutions and candidates available to you within the current location and job landscape.
Prepare a brief
To effectively search and select a candidate for you we need a considerable amount of information from you regarding the role, the team and the company if they’re going to be a good fit and be successful.
Develop a long term relationship
Hospitality Search International is willing to invest in your business and develop a relationship long-term. So the better we understand your business, your goals, the working environment and the expectations you have of your staff, the better the contribution they’ll bring.
Good communication
Good communication goes far beyond helping us to understand what the requirements for the role are. As we actively market the property and role it’s important we are understanding your brand ethos to enable us to recommend quality candidates who could support your business even when you might not be actively looking.
Ad-Hoc or Hot Candidates
We suggest that you keep in contact with us even when you are not particularly looking to hire. Be open to ad-hoc or Hot candidates that HSI identify that will ultimately give your business the edge in the current skills shortage. It’s better to find candidates when they are available rather than lose productivity and not be able to find the candidates you need.
At what point do you charge a recruitment fee?
Hospitality Search International will only ever charge a fee if a candidate has been introduced to you by us and employed within your company within a certain time frame.
Would Hospitality Search International be happy to be on a PSL
Yes. We are on several PSL. Whereby we provide recruitment services to your group of companies and you can introduce a fixed rate that works with your business and ultimately reduce recruitment costs.
What pre-screening can I expect to be undertake for a candidate?
Hospitality Search International has standard pre-screening which includes: proof of ID, proof of academic and professional qualifications, references.
What type of recruitment do we do?
We offer a wide range of recruitment solutions which include:
- Contingent recruitment: for 1 – 4 vacancies
- Multiple hiring: for 5 + vacancies
- Recruitment Process Outsourcing: fully managed recruitment service
How can I register a job?
Executive Search: specialist head hunting department Corporate or Senior roles
Email the job details to recruit@hospitalitysearch.co.uk. A team member will then be in touch to discuss how we operate and get agreed terms in place, before starting your recruitment process.
How long does the process take from initial contact to the hired candidates first day?
This will very much depend on you and how responsive you can be to our requests, etc. However, a standard vacancy, with a candidate located in the UAE and a 1-month notice period will typically be complete and in place in 2 - 2.5 months. More unusual roles, hiring outside the region, senior positions, or a lengthy internal hiring process can affect this timeframe. We would be happy to agree with you a specific time frame for your vacancy based on your requirements.
How much does it cost?
The cost varies depending on the vacancy and type of recruitment required and the fee rate accepted. For contingent recruitment, payment is due within 15 days from the start date of the hired candidate. We also offer Executive Search function on a retainer basis. Please get in touch for more details.
What areas in the Middle East do you recruit for?
We operate across the whole GCC region. Our experience includes recruitment in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar.
Which other areas do you recruit for?
Here at HSI we work across the UK, Europe, Eastern Europe, The Baltics, Africa, Caribbean, South East Asia, China, Australia Asia and the Asia-Pacific. Locating exceptional talent for some of the world’s leading organisations
What sectors or industries do you recruit for?
Each year we place hundreds of professional candidates into permanent roles in the Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism Industry.
What are the benefits for client companies to use Hospitality Search International?
Limitless, honesty, integrity and results are guaranteed.We work with and isolate the “best of the best” and save you time and effort with interviewing those that aren’t the right fit.We are the ultimate matchmakers – just ask any of our clients, or read through our list of employer testimonials.The ultimate test of our work can only come when we earn it; give us a call and we will prove it.Call us today Tel - 00 44 or 0 – 203 3229391 for a no hassle consultation.Our recruiting/interviewing and referencing techniques take years to master. We have the years of experience to provide solid results.
Why do companies use staffing firms/agencies?
Various reasons, most typically to weed out those that are not qualified. Surprisingly 80% or greater of ad responders are not qualified for the job they answer. This is an enormous task for any HR department to take on.Hospitality Search International is in the market 365 days of the year, hunting and networking for excellent applicants. Some of these applicants are not on job boards and use us exclusively, or are passive candidates so are completely off the radar to you. A passive job seeker is often not desperate to find a job, but trust that the agency will contact them when the right opportunity comes along. Thus, the companies that call us can see talent that isn’t answering the ads they post directly.
What makes Hospitality Search International different from the rest?
We have some of the most dedicated consultants on our staff that do this job with the utmost of integrity.Read our testimonials from both clients and applicants.Earning any client or applicants respect is hard to do with words, the proof is in our results.Call us. Tel - 00 44 or 0 – 203 3229391. You have nothing to lose - we have our reputation of excellence on the line and we aren’t going to do anything to change that.
How do we get the ball rolling?
- You advise us of your needs.
- Get Terms & Conditions in place
Once we have an understanding of these we can:
Advise you whether we are the best people to help you (if we are not we will point you in the right direction)
If we can help you, detail exactly why, how and when.
You can contact us in a number of ways, whatever is most convenient for you - via this website, by phone, email
Taking the first step is the most important, which is why we make it easy for you.
How do you screen candidates?
As experienced recruiters with first hand hospitality experience, we are able to ascertain swiftly whether candidates have the correct skills and personality match for a client organisation. All shortlisted applicants receive a thorough telephone screening ensuring your requirements are fulfilled and the applicants’ expectations are met.We are careful to check locations, mobility, eligibility and interview availability and by working very closely with the job seekers through their job hunting process we can be sure that once we have filled your requirement, all parties concerned can be confident that they have made the right choice.
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