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David Webb and Alberto Salas, who are currently working towards a BTEC qualification in hospitality and catering, have been conditionally offered hospitality jobs with the prestigious establishment, according to the Doncaster Star.

Ritz hotel managers said they were "two of the best" in their field, the newspaper reports.

Employment will be open to them if they pass their exams.

David told the publication: "It was a mind-blowing experience … we worked extremely hard and it's made me think even more that I'd like to work in the industry."

The Bradford Telegraph & Argus recently reported Bradford College in West Yorkshire had announced an increase in people applying for vocational courses at their institution, across a range of subjects from catering to construction.

Catering Jobs in Yorkshire

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The owner of popular Bradford restaurant the Zouk Tea Bar and Grill is looking to recruit talented individuals for the expansion of his business, it has been reported.

Soon to be opening a new branch in Manchester, Mr Peter Bashir, is currently appealing against a Home Office judgment to block work permits for six expert chefs some of which the restaurateur sourced from luxury hotels in Islamabad, according to the Telegraph and Argus.

Mr Bashir stressed it is vital more young people enter the catering industry in the UK for the sake of many Asian restaurants, which is why the entrepreneur plans to open a training academy attached to his restaurant.

"We are doing all we can to encourage youngsters to come into the trade, learn a skill for which they can earn good money and also earn respect," he told the publication.

The businessman wants to mix home-grown talent with "highly-trained chefs" from across the world, to add variety to his expanding enterprise.

Zouk has won numerous hospitality awards including the Front of House Awards operated by The Restaurant Magazine and the Yorkshire Evening Post Nightlife Awards in 2007.

Hospitality Jobs in Bradford

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Prominently situated on the A1(M) highway with convenient access to Wetherby racecourse as well as neighbouring York and Harrogate, the new development will have 126 bedrooms, according to Big Hospitality.

Managing director of the hotel development group, Paul Callingham, told the news provider the project would be "another exciting addition" to its current portfolio which includes sites in Burnley and Gateshead, due for opening in early 2010.

Serving as part of a 35-acre motorway service area operated by Moto Hospitality, the company's website says the establishment will also be an asset to the surrounding region.

The parent company of hotel operators Days Inn, Wyndham Hotel Group, seeks "talented and energetic individuals" when it comes to hospitality recruitment, with "a world of opportunity" for those who demonstrate passion and integrity on the job.

Hospitality Jobs in West Yorkshire

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Proposals are being discussed to transform a theatre in Halifax into a 103-room hotel, with suggestions of a boost to the local economy as well as the provision of hospitality jobs if the green light is given.

A bid to convert the Theatre Royal in the town into a five-storey hotel, leisure and conference establishment has been taken to Calderdale council, according to the Evening Courier.

If the proposal is a success, the development will also include a gym and conference facilities as well as an eatery, meaning additional good news for seekers of restaurant work.

Beth Ward, town centre manager, thinks the project could prove beneficial for the area, telling the newspaper: "It is essential we bring disused buildings back into use and a hotel is an excellent idea."

"It will provide much-needed good-quality meeting rooms in Halifax," she added.

Previous attempts to reinvigorate the venue include it being made a nightclub, Chinese restaurant and bar, until the building was put up for sale in 2007, according to Cinema Treasures.

Hospitality Jobs in Halifax

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According to the Yorkshire Post, this jump means demand for its namesake's selling point has risen.

Seekers of jobs in contract catering can be inspired by the origins of the firm's recent accomplishment, in that the organisation decided to install a blast freezer last autumn so it could enable its prized product to be supplied nationally to the hospitality and catering trade.

Paul Holmes, managing director of Real Yorkshire, told the publication: "The company's growth into the frozen market has been relatively quick and it is a positive statement about its flexibility to respond to industry changes."

The organisation's profile says its range of traditional Yorkshire Puddings and its application and awareness of healthy eating attitudes present in the food market "is testimony to [its] forward thinking strategy".

Hospitality Jobs in Yorkshire

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Around 20 full and part-time jobs will be created on completion of the development, the Evening Courier has reported, with a mix of retail positions and restaurant work in the offing.

In charge of the project is Roper Developments, which will be creating a brand new 15,000 sq ft retail space for Lidl and replacing an old derelict public house with the KFC outlet.

Vicky Robertshaw, of the local community group the Boothtown Partnership, told the publication: "It's a good asset to the area, a marvellous idea and I think people are looking forward to it."

"I think it will attract more [visitors] and businesses", she added.

KFC claims to adopt a "People Capability First" approach, offering career development and progression, as well as "a great induction programme" and "endless" support.

Hospitality Jobs in Yorkshire

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Dobroyd Castle, which dates back to 1869, is to be the third site belonging to Robinwood Activity Centre, which is dedicated to running indoor and outdoor activities for primary school children, according to the Todmorden News.

This is good news for people seeking catering jobs with a difference, in that they'll be working within a lively hub of children's activity and fun.

Martin Vasey, managing director for the organisation, told the publication: "We already have bookings for Dobroyd and feel we are in a strong position … we've been looking across the whole of the North of England for a new centre for some time."

Robinwood is currently in the process of buying the property and is hoping to create the new jobs when it opens in March next year.

The castle was built by mill owner John Fielding, who commissioned John Gibson of London to design it so that he and his mill worker wife, Ruth, would have somewhere grand to live after their honeymoon, according to Calderdale council.

Hospitality Jobs in West Yorkshire

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The restaurant, run single-handedly by Lindsey and Richard Johns, is a Grade II listed Georgian building and has previously earned itself places in the Michelin and Good Food Guides in 2007 and 2008.

Working as a duo, Richard's role in the restaurant is chef, while Lindsey tends to front of house, whose service is described on the official website as "excellent".

The report from Big Hospitality suggests that the couple would not expand their established business in the event of a win, as they are happy with what they are achieving.

Lindsey told the publication: "This is the biggest thing for us - we really are up against the best in the country … we didn't apply for the award, so it's come as a total surprise."

Other nominees for the award are Heston Blumenthal's Fat Duck restaurant and Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons, the source reports.

Hospitality Jobs in Yorkshire

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Construction of the five-star complex, hailed by the Yorkshire Tourist Board as a "landmark" in the region's hospitality industry, is expected to cost £100 million.

Joanna Ryle, the board's marketing director, told Big Hospitality: "This kind of quality development is just what we need to ensure the tourist economy continues to thrive and we compete globally in the industry."

Paul Ellis, director of the project's York-based development company The Skelwith Group, told the York Press of his high ambitions for the project: "There won't be one pool, but two in the hotel's £5 million spa - one for exercising, the other for lolling."

Rooms are expected to cost up to £800 per night, reflecting the opportunities that will be present in this venture that is already getting a lot of attention.

Work is expected to begin later this year.

Those looking for an opportunity within the hotel industry should keep their eye out for updated details.

Hotel Jobs in North Yorkshire

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Ye Olde Bunch Bowl will feature a bespoke beer created especially for the pub, named Morrissey Fox Blonde Ale, which will be produced in a brewhouse behind the pub, according to the Publican.

Supporting campaigning body Beautiful Beer has provided staff shirts and branded glasses.

Speaking to the newspaper, Neil Morrissey said: "Pubs are very important, they should be at the heart of communities … our first priority is to restore the pub's place at the centre of village life."

The launch comes after a refurbishment filmed by Channel 4, which is set to be televised under the name "Perfect Pint", due for release by the end of the year.

For anyone looking to be a pub manager, this move by the two celebrities is optimistic during a period which has seen closures of pubs across the country, for various reasons, including a recent rise in tax duty, rising food and drink prices and the smoking ban.

Pub Jobs in North Yorkshire

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