Whether you want to develop your skills, build practical and theoretical expertise or gain leadership qualities, Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland offer a variety of career options to help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential.
Vacancies
All vacancies across our hotels and head office locations are advertised here. You can use the search tool to see if there is an opportunity that matches your skills and experience, and submit an application online.
If there are no positions advertised in your department or location of interest it means that we are currently not recruiting in that department or location. As we continue to grow, more opportunities will become available but we do recommend registering for e-mail alerts to be the first to hear when a position becomes available.
Applications
Once we have received your application, we aim to get back to you as soon as possible to update you on your application progress. You will either be contacted by the hiring manager or a member of the HR/Recruitment team, and this could be by phone call, email or text.
We don’t use WhatsApp as a first point of contact, and we will never ask for your personal details (date of birth, NI/PPS number, etc.) outside of the formal application process. Please be aware of job scams and contact us on recruitment@leonardohotels.com if you’re ever unsure.
Reasonable adjustments
We actively encourage the recruitment of employees living with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments to all stages of the recruitment and onboarding process as required in order for a suitable candidate to undertake a role with us.
Adjustments at any stage in the recruitment process could include:
The selection process
The selection process is dependent on the role you have applied for, but it will consist of a combination of the following:
Keeping you informed
We aim to keep you informed on the progress of your application throughout the process as much as we can via email, phone call and/or text.
If you are successful, you will receive a written job offer via an online portal and agree on a convenient start date.
We are extremely proud of our GROW Graduate Programme, after all Leonardo Hotels is one of the UK and Ireland’s leading hospitality employers! Our 2-year programme allows you to develop your skills and knowledge of the different roles and departments within our hotel or function with a view to securing a permanent position with us at Leonardo Hotels by the end of your programme.
We asked Jonty and Rafaela, two of our current Graduates, why they chose Leonardo Hotels and what they have found beneficial about the Graduate Programme so far:
What we can offer
What we are looking for
We have big plans for you: the opportunities don’t end after the Graduate Programme. Once you have secured your role as a Head of Department or Manager within a function, there are further opportunities for development:
Click on the below tiles to find out more about the Graduate Programmes we offer:
You will have two 12-month placements, experiencing two different hotels, with exposure to all of the departments within the hotel and a Duty Manager focus in your first 3 months through the Leonardo Hotels programme “MyOps”. In your second year, you will have a focus on your chosen department and be looking to secure a permanent Head of Department role in one of our hotels by the end of the programme.
You will have exposure to all aspects and disciplines of the Revenue function during this 2 year Programme, with short secondments in the Central team, Meetings and Events, and 2 – 3 different areas of revenue during the duration of your programme. You will be enrolled onto the Leonardo Hotels “Revenue Academy Programme – Optimize”. You will be entering at Revenue Executive level with a view to securing a permanent Revenue Manager role by the end of the programme.
You will have two 12-month placements, experiencing two different clusters along with undertaking a HOSPA qualification. Year 1 will have a focus on learning the Cluster Accounts and Purchasing Assistant role; you’ll be getting ready to take on Supervisor duties for Year 2 whilst advancing to Account Manager responsibilities. The aim is to develop you into an Assistant Financial Controller position (or higher!) by the end of your Programme.
This 2 year Programme has exposure to all areas of the Sales function, with short secondments in Central Sales, Meeting and Event Sales and different market places. Entering at Sales Executive level, with the learning from the Graduate Programme and entry onto the Leonardo Hotels “Sales Academy Programme – Guru, Master the Art of Sales” you will advance to Sales Manager level.
Please note that these programmes don’t all run every year; please check our live opportunities here for the most current information
Meet Jamiilah, one of our Graduate Managers who joined Leonardo Hotels in 2021
I started my journey in Brighton and covered all departments of the hotel: Front Office, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage, Sales and Accounts. I am currently in my second year, and it’s been really good to experience lots of different guests and how things work across the business.
Every day is different and I thrive off that!
One thing that really stood out to me was the Learning and Development side of things. Leonardo Hotels offer a variety of management courses whether you are part of the programme or not, which I think is great for someone who is looking to progress and develop their career further. I have been able to attend a variety of training sessions that have supported me to develop into a Duty Manager and be my best self.
Being part of the programme has been a great start for my career in hospitality. I have gained a lot of confidence and very good experience of the different departments. I feel confident and supported to take on my first Head of Department role when I finish the programme. I think it’s important to stay open-minded and to be prepared to work hard. Challenges will come your way and it really does pay off. I have been nominated as Manager of the Quarter and that really is my biggest achievement so far!
I started with the company back in 2012.
I first started off in Birmingham. The property had a full refurb and they were looking to open a new restaurant on the ground floor, so I helped set that up. I then relocated to another property within the company as an Executive Chef. I have been an Executive Chef for about 15 years now.
I love the people I work with. Since being here, I have developed and promoted 5 people.
I have the opportunity to help out other hotels with new restaurant openings and menu developments. It’s a great way to not only showcase my skills but develop them and gain wider exposure. It’s brilliant that they trust my skills and expertise!
I would like to continue learning and developing the group’s food offerings.
I have been with the company for 3 years now.
I first started off as an Apprentice at one of our properties in Aberdeen. This was an 18-month programme where I covered 6 months each across 3 departments, which was a great way for me to learn about everything in the hotel; it really helped me start my career! Once I finished the programme, I was the Food & Beverage Supervisor and have now been promoted to Duty Manager.
The variety: no two days are the same. We see a diverse range of guests in the hotel – families, corporate, leisure – always so fun!
I am currently doing the Insights Trainee Management Programme, which is brilliant for those looking to have a career in hospitality and grow into managerial roles. I don’t feel out of the loop: I’m always informed and taught how to be great. I also find that the managers around me are all positive mentors and very approachable, which is really good for someone like myself who is looking to grow in the company.
I am looking to complete my Insights Programme in the next 12 months and continue to take on my role as a Duty Manager. I have a lot of exposure to the different areas of the hotel so I want to keep my options open for now as to what my next steps are.
I joined the company in June 2006.
I started off as a Group Reservations Agent at our property in Nottingham. I worked my up to Cluster Revenue Manager and expanded into different clusters so I would have more exposure and experience. I have been a Regional Revenue Manager for the last 6 years.
For me, it has been seeing things coming into fruition: being involved with projects from the start and when they come to life it’s always a great sense of satisfaction seeing the hotels do so well.
I have had great support in my career so far – I always felt that I was very trusted and had the opportunity to grow further and further. The reward schemes we have really do make a difference in making you feel appreciated and recognised for the hard work you do.
I want to continue growing with the company and helping hotels achieve their goals.
I joined Leonardo Hotels in February 2022.
I was referred by a friend who currently works for the company, and was offered the role as a Sous Chef for one of our flagship properties in London.
I think the atmosphere is something that I love the most about working for the company. We are all such a great team and you can really see how well we work together during our busiest time! Nothing is ever too much for us.
I have had great support so far: I was offered sponsorship with my role, and with being new to the UK everyone was very helpful and checked in to see how I was settling in. This really makes a difference and adds to the experience.
I am excited to see how I can grow further with the company. I have had the privilege to cook for David Fattal himself and various members of the senior management team, and the compliments I have received are a great sense of achievement. It motivates me to really push myself more and grow.
I started with the Company in January 2023.
I was told about the opportunity through DWP. I was invited for a work trial and was soon offered the position as Food & Beverage Assistant, covering the breakfast shifts. I do support with the lunches during busier times too.
Making the guests happy and providing the best support to the team are what I enjoy the most about the role. I love meeting new people and it is fun interacting with guests.
I get a lot of support when it comes to my mental health. My team is very kind and understanding about my needs and they are always there to support me when I need them. Some challenges can be awkward and make it difficult for me to work but my manager is aware and is very understanding about it. He knows how to support me and gives me the time I need to adapt so I am able to give my best.
I feel very valued and cared for; I hope to stay with the company for a long time.
I started with the Company in 2018.
I started as a Housekeeping Supervisor and after about a year, I was promoted to Head Housekeeper. It was very exciting and definitely a challenge that I wanted to take on.
My favourite part is rewarding my team – it’s great when everything comes together and we have hit our targets. Rewarding them for their hard work, especially during the busier periods, is something I will always remember.
I attended a lot of training session and webinars, which have supported my development. Being part of the Housekeeping Academy has meant that I have the chance to meet the other Head Housekeepers in the company and share ideas and develop further.
For the time being, I really want to focus on how I can develop further as a leader and a manager. It’s really important to me that I make sure my team has all the training they need and develop them so they can also grow with the company.
Here at Leonardo Hotels we need people like you, who want to start an exciting career in Hospitality! Not everyone has the experience to get their first Hospitality role and that is why we have developed our Leo Apprenticeship programme to help.
We are looking for people who have either finished school or are looking to retrain into Hospitality as we have a range of programmes ready to support you. As a Leo Apprentice you would be employed full-time whilst completing your learning during working hours. You’re earning as you’re learning!
Becoming a Leo Apprentice has many advantages; you will get the excellent perks and benefits that we offer all our colleagues, as well as gaining skills and confidence as you progress your Hospitality career with us.
In our kitchens you will find friendly and supportive teams that will help you succeed. You will complete the Food Production apprenticeship, learning how a commercial kitchen operates and gaining new cooking skills along the way.
This apprenticeship sets you up for success at our front desk in a Receptionist role. You’ll gain an understanding of reservations systems and the importance of delivering excellent service with our in-house “Come Join Us” Guest Care Training.
Food and Beverage is a fast-paced and exciting department! You’ll work across all F&B areas from breakfast to events, completing the Hospitality Team Member – Food Service Route apprenticeship with a focus on guest care and genuine hospitality.
The Housekeeping department is the heart of any hotel! You’ll maintain cleanliness standards and learn how to create memorable guest stays while completing the Hospitality Team Member – Housekeeping Route apprenticeship.
Got what it takes to be a leader? Our higher-level management apprenticeships develop your leadership skills for career progression. Previous Hospitality experience and supervisory skills are required to get started.
