Cardiff

Hospitality Staffing Across Cardiff and South Wales

We cover Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bridgend and the surrounding areas of South Wales. Because CSI has branches across the UK, we can also help employers who need staff in more than one location.

The team supplies the whole region, from city centre restaurants and hotels to stadiums, conference venues and contract catering sites. So whether it's a big rugby international, a football match or a busy conference season, CSI Cardiff can staff it.

Why Choose CSI as Your Hospitality Recruitment Agency in Cardiff?

• Over 35 years of specialist hospitality and chef recruitment
• A Cardiff branch led by an ex-industry specialist consultant 
• Temporary, relief and permanent recruitment for kitchens, front of house, catering and events
• A large database of fully vetted hospitality professionals
• Mystery Dining expertise, so we know first-hand what good service looks like
• A free 10-week trial period on permanent placements
• Flexible, fixed-fee permanent recruitment through CSI Vantage
• An employee-owned business that values long-term relationships with clients and candidates

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you supply relief chefs in Cardiff?

Yes. As a chef agency in Cardiff, CSI supplies temporary and relief chefs for holidays, sickness, vacancies, busy periods, events and match days, whether the need is planned or urgent. Availability depends on the role, dates, location and experience required.

What hospitality roles do you recruit in Cardiff?

We recruit chefs at every level, Kitchen Porters, Catering Assistants, Waiting Staff, Bar Staff, Baristas, Event Staff, Restaurant Managers and Food & Beverage Managers, for both temporary and permanent work.

Are you a catering staff agency as well as a chef agency?

Yes. Alongside chefs, we supply front of house, catering and event staff to hotels, restaurants, contract caterers, care homes, schools, councils and sporting venues across Cardiff.

Can CSI recruit permanent chefs and managers?

Yes. We recruit permanent chefs, senior kitchen staff and hospitality managers. Fixed-fee options are available through CSI Vantage.

Which areas around Cardiff do you cover?

We cover Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bridgend and the surrounding areas of South Wales, with support from our other branches for employers with sites in more than one location.

How quickly can CSI provide temporary cover?

We often help with short-notice bookings. How quickly we can fill one depends on who's available, the shift times, the location and any experience or compliance requirements. Please contact the team as early as you can.

How do I apply for temporary chef jobs in Cardiff?

Look at our current jobs and submit your CV with CSI. Tell us about your experience, the roles you want, when you're available and how far you can travel. Our team will then match you with suitable Cardiff opportunities.

Contact us

13 Cathedral Road Cardiff CF11 9HA

Tel: 02920 394777 Email: csiwales@catserv.co.uk