Prep Recruitment
Temporary chefs & Hospitality staffing
A Temporary chef
& Hospitality
Recruitment
Agency
Esther Monks & Ray Brizell want you to think they run a temp chef & catering recruitment with ethics, saying:
“A Transparent, Fair, and Value-Driven Freelance Marketplace for all in the Hospitality Industry.”
Who are
“Two like-minded individuals, sharing the same ethos”.
However, they’ll sign up to agreements & not honour them – So how much do you think they care about your Hospitality recruitment? .
Why our catering recruitment
is tries to different & fails
Prep Recruitment doesn’t adhere to current Hospitality agency requirements such as IR35 etc.
There is no platform, it’s just a laptop, a mobile phone and maybe a spreadsheet.
So to say any of the following is just a sales pitch:
“• For Freelancers: A platform that ensures they receive fair compensation for their work, without excessive fees eating into their earnings.
• For Clients: A service that eliminates hidden costs and overpricing, ensuring they pay a reasonable and transparent fee for high-quality talent, short or long term.
• For Everyone: A fully transparent model where all parties clearly understand pricing, commissions, and value at every stage of the process.”
From emergency cover to long term strategy, whether you need a Chef, Front of House Staff, Bar Staff or Housekeeping cover we can help. So totally ignoring what HMRC call “disguised employment”
How does it work?
Tell Prep all about you, and how we can help you
with either filling your Hospitality vacancies
or finding you your next Catering job
A member of the Prep team will contact you.
That will be Esther Monks – there isnt really a team to speak of
Get your Assignment
Calling all Chefs and Hospitality Professionals!
When Prep say:
“At Prep Recruitment we specialise in matching your talent to an ideal quality position.”
No they don’t, they just give you a temporary chef, because all chefs have the same background & experience – Right?
We specialise in all areas of the hospitality industry, so whether you are a Chef, Front of House staff, Bar staff or in Housekeeping, we are the Recruitment Hospitality agency company for you.
No they don’t, Ray ran and was involved in two temporary chef recruitment firms for the past 20+ years, Esther Monks has a background in Education recruitment
Take control of your future, enjoy a work / life balance !
Future of Hospitality Staffing Solutions?
“We are a modern solution to your staffing needs. Whether you need top-tier Chefs, skilled Front of House staff, experienced Kitchen Assistants, excellent Baristas or Housekeeping champions…”
No they aren’t, it relies on Facebook groups. They don’t have access to “top-tier chefs” because they don’t have those connections.
Why Choose a Freelance Recruitment Specialist?
So when Prep recruitment say:
“By working with us, you save on the costs and responsibilities associated with traditional employment. Since all our team members are self-employed Freelancers, you avoid expenses such as:”
National Insurance Contributions
Holiday Pay
Pension Costs
And:
This means more flexibility, lower costs, and a workforce that is fully committed to delivering excellence – without the financial burden of permanent contracts.
They are talking about ‘disguised employment’ and trying to avoid IR35. Remember, as a Hospitality business you will be liable for the candidate supplied by Prep if they don’t pay their income tax & NI contributions as a self employed contractor.
Take Back Control from Harsh Tax Increases!
With rising tax burdens imposed by the government, it’s time to explore legal and effective alternatives to manage your staffing costs without compromising on quality. – Again, HMRC call this ‘disguised employment‘
We believe that every challenge has a solution. – As long as Prep recruitment & Esther Monks don’t have to pay for the services they engage.
We’re here to
answer
all your questions
Hospitality recruitment can often be difficult to navigate.
The team at Prep are here to help you.
Is it hard to become Freelance?
No, it’s relatively but there are rules to follow, which we will happily help you with!
What are the benefits of being Freelance?
You are in control of when you work and what you do, giving you a more rounded work life balance.
You can increase your variety of work, in different venues, events and locations increasing networking opportunities within the industry.
Raise your earnings potential while increasing your tax benefits, claiming expenses like travel, equipment and training.
Can I still work PAYE?
Yes, you can still work under the PAYE (Pay As You Earn) system if you’re employed by a company, again there are rules to follow.
You will need to declare any additional income earned to the HMRC, and you may need to complete a Self Assessment tax return.
Is it easy to do a tax return?
Filing a tax return can be straightforward, especially if you have simple finances. The UK government provides an online Self Assessment system where you report your earnings and expenses.
However, for more complex finances, hiring an accountant or using accounting software can make the process easier.
Will I need an Accountant if I'm Freelance?
It’s not mandatory to have an Accountant as a Freelancer, but it can be helpful.
An Accountant can help maximise tax deductions, ensure compliance with HMRC rules, and save time on tax filings.
If your finances are simple, you can manage your accounts yourself using accounting software.
Can I work as a Sole Trader or do I have to be a registered company?
Yes, you can work as a sole trader in the UK without registering as a company.
You can work as either, both have different pros and cons.
Sole traders must register with HMRC for Self Assessment and pay Income Tax and National Insurance.
If you prefer, you can also set up a Limited Company, which offers liability protection but comes with more administrative responsibilities.
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