A leading Aviemore hotel is to host a unique ‘speed’ recruitment event that could secure employment for local people within one week.

 

The Cairngorm Hotel (above) is convening a Careers Open Day with a difference on 28^th April where interested individuals with a CV will be guaranteed a 10-minute interview for a post by the end of the evening.

 

The recruitment equivalent of ‘speed dating’, attendees could leave the event with an offer within 7 days, if both parties are satisfied.

 

Range of posts

 

Both full and part-time positions are available, ranging from supervisory and management positions to front of house, restaurant, kitchen and housekeeping roles, with seasonal work also on offer.

 

Potential school leavers, Hospitality students from UHI Inverness, local business and community groups and employment bodies have been invited, with agencies able to send candidates directly.

 

However, anyone can attend the informal event, from 4-7pm, to meet staff, enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and learn about career progression opportunities.

 

If interested, potential candidates will then be given a guaranteed on-the-spot interview which could fast-track the process of securing a position ahead of the main 2026 visitor season.

 

Local opportunities

 

 

“We have a range of live-out positions available which will suit people from within the local community,” said Delia Keating, Recruitment Manager.

 

“It is a chance for people to come along, enjoy a free drink in an informal atmosphere, learn about the roles and opportunities and, potentially, leave with a very good chance of a job and future career. 

 

“The hotel is under new ownership, staff are given competitive pay, flexible working and incentives such as bonuses and free staff meals.

 

“We invest in our staff and we are constantly looking at ways to improve working culture. It would mean a lot to us to have committed local people working here and being part of what we are building at the Cairngorm Hotel.”