Tonic - Talent in Hospitality

Tonic - Talent in Hospitality Sourcing the best candidates in hospitality, and placing them in roles where they flourish and add v

Tonic facilitate fully bespoke talent search, head hunting and recruitment on behalf of clients, as well as provide candidates with a personal and ongoing career consultancy in Hospitality, Catering, Events, Food service, Food Development and Leisure.

Last year, we waited tables at the South West Polo Day. This year, we sat at one. Yesterday, we joined Hospitality Actio...
08/06/2026

Last year, we waited tables at the South West Polo Day. This year, we sat at one. 

Yesterday, we joined Hospitality Action at Beaufort Polo Club for a day in support of hospitality people in crisis, in association with Four Seasons Fruiterers.

A Taittinger reception, a thrilling match, and a four-course lunch from six brilliant chefs: Hywel Jones (Lucknam Park), Chris Cleghorn (The Olive Tree), John Jewell (Calcot & Spa), Michael Nizzero (The Waterside Inn), Elly Wentworth (Fowlescombe) and Dean Westcar (Dumbleton Hall) 👏

The best part? Every plate at this event is carried by hospitality volunteers giving up their Sunday. We know exactly how much work goes into a day like this, which made being on the receiving end even sweeter.

This year’s Polo Day raised an amazing £57,000!

Whichever side of the table we’re on, we’ll keep showing up for

01/06/2026

Walk for Wellbeing is back - bigger and better than ever!
 
Now in its seventh year, Walk for Wellbeing generates vital funds for , prioritising your health, all while supporting the hospitality industry and the people who make it so special. 
 
This year, focusing on the importance of reconnection, support and community as a positive wellbeing tool, it’s time to dust off your walking shoes and walk side by side in support of one another. Get involved in your nearest walk, or participate any time between Saturday the 10th of October (World Mental Health Day) – Sunday the 25th of October and ‘Walk It Your Way’ from any location. 
 
Let’s walk the walk and make a positive difference together.

For more information visit www.walkforwellbeing.org or click link in bio.

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Helen at came to us looking for a Head Chef. Fox is a beautiful, refined neighbourhood restaurant in Catherine-de-Barne...
20/05/2026

Helen at came to us looking for a Head Chef.

Fox is a beautiful, refined neighbourhood restaurant in Catherine-de-Barnes. A small team, intentionally low covers, and properly good food. Lichfield asparagus, smoked eel velouté, house focaccia with hay-smoked butter. 👌
 
Like a lot of independents right now, the recruitment fee was (understandably) a big consideration. Cash flow is unforgiving in 2026.

👉So, we split the fee over six months - same fee, less pressure - and got on with finding the right person.
 
That right person is , who’s now settled in beautifully and is already making waves.
 
Independents are the businesses keeping British hospitality honest. Cooking properly. Sourcing locally. Employing locally. Anchoring the places they sit in. 

They deserve recruitment that works for them. 
 
Congratulations, Helen, Sam and the whole Fox team.

It has been wonderful working with you on this.

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Helen at came to us looking for a Head Chef. Fox is a beautiful, refined neighbourhood restaurant in Catherine-de-Barne...
20/05/2026

Helen at came to us looking for a Head Chef.

Fox is a beautiful, refined neighbourhood restaurant in Catherine-de-Barnes. A small team, intentionally low covers, and properly good food. Lichfield asparagus, smoked eel velouté, house focaccia with hay-smoked butter. 👌
 
Like a lot of independents right now, the recruitment fee was a big consideration, understandably. Cash flow is unforgiving in 2026. So, we split the fee over six months - same fee, less pressure - and got on with finding the right person.
 
That right person is , who’s now settled in beautifully as Head Chef and is already making waves.
 
Independents are the businesses keeping British hospitality honest. Cooking properly. Sourcing locally. Employing locally. Anchoring the places they sit in. 

They deserve recruitment that works for them. 
 
Congratulations, Helen, Sam and the whole Fox team. 🦊

Restaurant General Manager | Michelin-starred restaurant | Lichfield.👉Up to £50,000 plus tronc.You’ll be on the floor, i...
14/05/2026

Restaurant General Manager | Michelin-starred restaurant | Lichfield.

👉Up to £50,000 plus tronc.

You’ll be on the floor, in service, showing the team how it’s done.

Working directly with the Chef Director and having real influence over how the restaurant evolves. 

This is one of the Midlands’ most celebrated fine
dining destinations.

Tonic are looking for current or recent GM experience in Michelin or serious fine dining. 

Commercially sharp. Calm under pressure. A leader people want to follow.

If that’s you, send your CV directly: [email protected]

When someone hands in their notice, it’s often accepted without question.No asking why. No awkward conversation. Just qu...
07/05/2026

When someone hands in their notice, it’s often accepted without question.

No asking why. No awkward conversation. Just quietly letting them go.

Then you hire someone new into the same role, managed by the same person, in the same environment. And potentially watch them leave six months later.

But when someone hands in their notice, you’re both positioned to have a more honest conversation than you’ve ever had. There’s gold there. That’s how good people stop leaving for the same reasons.

“People just don’t stay in hospitality.”

That’s not a law of nature. It’s a consequence.

Link to this month’s article “Nobody Asked” in bio ^ or find it in your copy of Chef and Restaurant Magazine.

** NEW ROLE **Assistant Restaurant Manager | Birmingham | Up to £35,000 INC TRONC Tips We’re partnering with a relaxed y...
01/05/2026

** NEW ROLE **

Assistant Restaurant Manager | Birmingham | Up to £35,000 INC TRONC Tips

We’re partnering with a relaxed yet professional independent restaurant in Birmingham, known for serving delicious, fresh food in a warm and welcoming setting. They’re now looking for a confident Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the GM and help lead the team and give their guests incredible hospitality.

What’s in it for the successful Assistant Restaurant Manager:

* Fantastic company culture, awesome staff food and loads of laughs
* Sensible working hours, rotas written well in advance 
* Ongoing personal training and development
* Forward-thinking restaurant

The Role of the Assistant Restaurant Manager will:

* Support day-to-day restaurant service operations
* Lead from the front, setting the standard for service
* Motivate and develop the Front of House team
* Handle guest feedback professionally
* Step up in the GM’s absence

What skills and experience are we looking for in the successful Assistant Restaurant Manager?

* Current Assistant Manager, Supervisor, or strong Senior FOH ready to step up
* A natural rapport builder who really “gets” hospitality 
* Calm under pressure and confident 
* Passionate about fresh food and quality hospitality

If you like the sound of this opportunity, send your updated CV to [email protected]

* NEW ROLE * Restaurant Manager | £35,000 per annum | 40 Hours |Daytime Only | Moreton-in-Marsh
Why you should join our ...
20/04/2026

* NEW ROLE *

Restaurant Manager | £35,000 per annum | 40 Hours |Daytime Only | Moreton-in-Marsh

Why you should join our client as Restaurant Manager:

* £35,000 

* 40 hours per week - Daytime operation – no late nights

* Discretionary annual performance bonus

* Training and development

* Financially stable company

* Room for further progression

* Excellent benefits package

Tonic Talent are looking for a passionate Restaurant Manager to take ownership of a busy, well-established casual dining operation and lead it with confidence and autonomy. This role is ideal for an experienced hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys driving performance in a high-volume setting, and can motivate a team to deliver consistent service and strong commercial results.

If you’d like to know more, get in touch with Jon by sending your updated CV to [email protected]

Birmingham opens Monday, and we couldn’t be more buzzing.We placed Vicky Holland as GM, and honestly, we could not thin...
14/04/2026

Birmingham opens Monday, and we couldn’t be more buzzing.

We placed Vicky Holland as GM, and honestly, we could not think of a better person to lead the team at Blacklock, Brum.

Vicky has been a part of Birmingham hospitality for years. Gusto, Mission Mars, Harborne Kitchen. She’s stayed, she’s grown, and she’s earned the respect of everyone she’s worked with simply by being the best at what she does. What an operator.

Get yourself booked in. You’ll be in very good hands, indeed.

Good luck, Vicky and team. ❤️

Exciting New Role - Chimney Sweep - Major New Stadium Development, Birmingham - Competitive (negotiable) An exciting opp...
01/04/2026

Exciting New Role - Chimney Sweep - Major New Stadium Development, Birmingham - Competitive (negotiable)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Chimney Sweeps at a proposed new stadium in Birmingham. We’re looking for people comfortable working in dark, sooty environments with poor visibility and a challenging atmosphere.

The role:
∙ Managing the 12 main stadium chimneys
∙ Keeping things clean despite a constant cloud of disappointment
∙ Reassuring those around you that things will eventually get better
∙ Occasional work at height (up the chimney rather than the league)

You’ll need:
∙ A strong back, for carrying the weight of expectation
∙ Tolerance for soot and grime
∙ Previous experience is ideal (our coaching team struggle with football, let alone these more niche job roles)

What we can offer:
∙ A brand new working environment (eventually)
∙ Unobstructed views of the pitch — something the current squad also struggle with
∙ A supportive team environment. More than we can say for the dressing room.

Tonic Talent is a specialist hospitality recruiter, proudly based in Birmingham, recruiting across the UK. We support Aston Villa. This post was made in the best possible taste.

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