What We Do
We provide a ready-made workforce of trusted temporary staff, which we call our team members, to businesses across the UK: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Our rigorous recruitment and screening process ensures that every team member meets the highest industry standards, giving our clients total confidence in the security and integrity of their workforce.
We understand the gravity of entrusting a recruitment agency to deliver staff to schools, which is why compliance is at the heart of what we do. We specialise in delivering highly vetted team members for eduction sites across the UK, including:
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Nurseries
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Schools
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Colleges
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Universities
We take pride in our commitment to excellence and going above and beyond to meet all the regulatory and safeguarding requirements, including DBS-checked staff.
Client Feedback
"Michael has consistently provided quality chefs throughout the year, even with last-minute requests. Not only does he provide CDP chefs, we have seen lead chefs become part of our culinary team. He is hands-on and proactive with our bookings - providing a great service to us"
Our Roles
All your staffing needs covered. If we don’t have them, we’ll find them
Training Our Workforce
We are proud to partner with Flow Learning, the world’s leading hospitality training platform, to deliver high-quality, consistent, and engaging training to our entire workforce. As part of our commitment to excellence and compliance within the industry, all new team members are enrolled in a comprehensive initial training programme through this platform.
This onboarding process includes a series of essential modules designed to equip staff with the knowledge and confidence they need to perform their roles effectively and safely. Specifically, our team members are required to complete the following key certifications:
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Level 2 Food Safety – covering best practices in food safety and hygiene standards
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Health and Safety Level 2 - providing a solid understanding of workplace safety—covering risk assessment, accident prevention, and legal responsibilities.
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Food Allergens – focused on allergen awareness, legal responsibilities, and guest safety
These interactive, online modules are designed to be engaging and accessible. Each course includes practical scenarios and informative content, followed by short quizzes to reinforce learning. Upon successful completion, participants are awarded an official certificate, confirming they have met the required standard.
In school settings, this training takes on even greater significance. Children are particularly vulnerable to foodborne illnesses and allergic reactions, making it essential that all catering staff are thoroughly trained in safe food handling and allergen management. Our commitment to rigorous training helps ensure that school meals are not only nutritious and delicious, but also safe for every child—giving parents, staff, and students peace of mind.
Proudly Delivering the Highest Standards of compliance
We deliver the highest standards of compliance in our industry, which is why we are entrusted to provide staffing solutions to many schools, colleges, and universities across the UK.
As part of our watertight compliance process, we complete our right-to-work checks with TrustID, a UK government-approved identity service provider (IDSP). Through their digital platform, within minutes, they can:
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Quickly and securely assess and confirm the authenticity of identity documents
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Check against a national fraud database to verify the identity is not known to be stolen or false
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Provide a full status report, including any work restrictions
To further enhance our compliance, our Head of Payroll and Compliance, Ginny Verdon, a member of The Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) authorises all new hires in line with the rigid processes established by our ISO 9001 management system. These checks take place not only considering all legalities but also taking into account an in-depth knowledge and understanding of all our client SLAs, therefore ensuring contractual compliance.
Our Clients
Chefs
Crafting delicious dishes with precision, passion, and efficiency.
Kitchen Porters
Keeping kitchens clean, organised, and running smoothly behind the scenes.
Barista
Creating quality coffee with speed, skill, and friendly service to all customers.
Waiting Staff
Delivering exceptional table service to guests with high levels of professionalism.
Catering Assistants
Supporting food service with efficiency, teamwork, and attention to detail.
Housekeepers & Cleaners
Maintaining spotless environments to deliver the best impressions to guests.
Our Service Options
Choose the best service option for your business
Trust us to become your Managed Service Provider, becoming an extended part of your in-house recruitment, staffing, and payroll team, allowing your team to concentrate on those bigger projects.
Managed Service
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Top-up staffing gives you the maximum amount of flexibility as you’ll only pay for the hours our team members work. It’s perfect for last-minute event changes, fluctuating client demands, and large-scale event days.
Top-Up Staffing
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Managed Service
Trust us to become your Managed Service Provider, becoming an extended part of your in-house recruitment, staffing, and payroll team, allowing your team to concentrate on those bigger projects.
Top-Up Staffing
Top-up staffing gives you the maximum amount of flexibility as you’ll only pay for the hours our team members work. It’s perfect for last-minute event changes, fluctuating client demands, and large-scale event days.
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We place a great level of importance on our client account management, adding value through our high standards and dedicated teams.
Our Back of House Team
Four former industry-leading chefs lead our dedicated Back of House team and play a pivotal role in delivering tailored staffing solutions to businesses.
By leveraging their expertise, we ensure that our clients receive staff who not only meet technical expectations but also seamlessly integrate into their teams, driving operational efficiency and enhancing the guests’ culinary experience.
Our Accreditations
We're proud to have accreditations which are a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality, sustainability, and excellence.
Being accredited means that we are continually held to account by the leading regulatory bodies, such as ISO, through robust auditing processes, ensuring that our operations remain transparent, efficient and compliant with industry best practies.
Our Commercial Team
Our Commercial Team, led by Courtney Wakes, Head of Commercial, is dedicated to building you a seamless and bespoke journey throughout your time as a client of Arc, no matter how short or long that may be.
From the very first conversation, they take the time to truly listen and understand your needs, ensuring that each detail aligns with your requirements, including your company vision and objectives.