what we offer at Antidote Hospitality

Antidote Hospitality. Experienced Consultants with a Global Reach

At Antidote Hospitality, we provide expert consultancy for restaurants, hotels, private members’ clubs, and hospitality groups, combining strategic insight with hands-on experience. We support businesses across recruitment, HR, operational efficiency, kitchen optimisation, and training & learning and development (L&D). From sourcing top chefs, front-of-house teams, and senior leaders to developing HR policies, streamlining operations, and improving profitability, we help build high-performing teams and resilient businesses. Our kitchen consultancy enhances workflow, menu design, and cost control, while tailored training and L&D programmes develop leadership, management, and service skills, boosting engagement, retention, and guest experience. Whether for single-site operations, multi-site growth, or international expansion, Antidote Hospitality delivers practical, results-driven solutions that strengthen teams, improve performance, and drive sustainable success.

Recruitment Support

Antidote Hospitality Recruitment Support provides tailored hospitality recruitment solutions for restaurants, hotels, private members’ clubs, and hospitality

HR Support

Our Hospitality HR Support services help operators build compliant, engaged, and high-performing teams. From HR strategy and policy development to employee

Operational Excellence

Antidote Hospitality’s Operational Excellence consultancy helps hospitality businesses improve profitability, efficiency, and guest experience. We work closely with operators

kitchen Consultancy

Our Kitchen Consultancy service supports chefs and operators in creating commercially successful, efficient, and inspiring kitchen operations. From kitchen design and workflow

Training and L&D

Antidote Hospitality Training and Learning & Development (L&D) programmes are designed to upskill hospitality teams, develop future leaders, and drive long-term performance

Concept Creation and Brand Identity

Creating a successful hospitality business starts with a strong, clearly defined concept and a compelling brand identity

Testimonials

Working with Scott at Antidote Hospitality was a pleasure from start to finish. His honest, professional guidance and detailed insight into the company ensured I went into every stage fully prepared. The encouragement before interviews and constructive feedback afterwards were invaluable.
When the offer came through, Scott helped me step back and see the bigger picture ,and he absolutely got it right. The culture, ambition and leadership style align perfectly with my own, and it’s already proving to be the best career move I’ve made.
Highly recommend Scott & James at Antidote Hospitality for anyone seeking truly informed and supportive recruitment in the hospitality sector.

Paul

I’ve had the pleasure of working with James Watson for a job placement in Vietnam and it was the best experience I’ve had so far with any recruiters.
His deep knowledge of the hospitality industry, combined with a calm and structured approach, made all the difference (even when we’ve never met in person!) He guided me at every stage with thoughtful personal and professional advice, from initial conversations through to securing my role in Vietnam.

If you’re looking for a recruiter who truly understands the market and advocates for you, James is brilliant! Thank you mate for being the best.

Asmond

Fantastic service before and during the recruitment process, Scott ensured I had all the information I required, provided coaching and regular check-ins and then once posted in an MD role that was unbelievably suited to my experience and knowledge, continued to make sure I was enjoying it and had everything I needed. Antidote hospitality will now be my recruiter of choice going forward.

Claire

I have had the pleasure of working with James on two separate occasions, and in both cases he managed to place me in interesting and fulfilling roles. He has a great understanding of his clients needs and is very imaginative when it comes to finding roles suitable for them. Very efficient, works in a very timely fashion and gets the best deal available. Honestly a brilliant person to find your next job.

Patrick

Hospitality is about people, people who can provide the type, style and quality, to the standards our operation and environment demands; the right people.
James at Antidote hospitality has consistently understood our style, operational needs and requirements. His knowledge, connections and ability to quickly understand makes it far easier to get the right candidates in front of you. James is always great to deal with and doesn’t waste your or the candidates’ time by putting the wrong people up for interviews. I have no hesitation in recommending Antidote, as we consider them an integral and phenomenal working partner. Having helped guide our business to the next step by providing the right staff to aid those transitions. We look forward to this partnership growing and continuing well into the future.

Stephen B

Owner Hidden Town Pubs

We are currently working with James and the team at Antidote Hospitality, and what a breath of fresh air! James is incredibly knowledgeable, has his finger on the pulse, and always finds solutions—nothing is ever a problem. Their passion for hospitality shines through, making them a pleasure to work with.
Antidote truly understands our business needs, and we are excited about building a long-term partnership with them. I highly recommend any hospitality business in need of a recruitment partner, support, or advice to reach out to them—you won’t be disappointed!

Scott W

Head of People

Having worked with James within restaurants back in the day and as a client today, it is refreshing to work with a recruiter that is so trustworthy. I would highly recommend Antidote if you’re looking for someone that really understands the industry and more importantly your requirements. Antidote won’t send you a hundred CV’s but they will send you 5 excellent ones that fit the brief, which is exactly what we are looking for when making a hire.

Steve Lewis

Group Operations Director

AKA Restaurants