Job Description

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. INDHEADOFFICE