Recruiting Today
Pay As You Go Recruitment Service UK
Transparent Pricing for Flexible Hiring Support

Why Pay As You Go Recruitment Is Gaining Traction
Let's be honest—traditional recruitment can be expensive and unpredictable. When you're running a business, especially in hospitality or catering, you don't always know when you'll need extra staff. Hiring managers are tired of paying hefty upfront retainer fees and long-term commitments that don't match their actual staffing needs.
The Problem With Traditional Agency Fees
- High upfront retainer costs that drain your budget
- Long-term contracts that lock you in
- Placement commissions that inflate your hiring expenses
- Inflexible staffing solutions that don't match seasonal demand
This is where pay as you go recruitment changes the game. You pay only for what you actually use—whether that's hourly recruiter support, daily sourcing, or a full-project engagement. No hidden fees, no surprise commissions, and no unnecessary long-term contracts.
What Is a Pay As You Go Recruitment Service?
Think of it as recruiting on-demand. A pay as you go recruitment service gives you access to experienced recruiters and hiring professionals without the financial commitment of traditional agency relationships.
Traditional Recruitment
- Fixed retainer fees
- Long-term contracts (6-12 months)
- Placement commissions
- Limited flexibility
Pay As You Go
- No upfront fees
- Pay per hour/day/project
- No placement commissions
- Complete flexibility
With pay as you go recruitment, you're essentially renting recruiter expertise as needed. Got a sudden staffing need? Access a recruiter for a day. Need ongoing support during peak season? Hire by the week. Running a one-off hiring project? Pay for that specific engagement. It's hiring support built around how your business actually operates.
This model is particularly valuable for businesses dealing with seasonal demand—like hospitality and catering—where staffing needs fluctuate significantly throughout the year.
How Pay As You Go Recruitment Works in the UK
The Process: From Need to Hire
Access Your Recruiter On Demand
Contact Recruiting Today when you need hiring support—no waiting, no bureaucracy. You'll be matched with an experienced recruiter who understands your industry.
Choose Your Engagement Model
Pick how you want to work—hourly, daily, or by project. You control the timeline and budget, and you pay only for what you use.
Your Recruiter Starts Working
Your dedicated recruiter integrates with your HR team, understands your hiring needs, and gets to work sourcing, screening, and shortlisting candidates immediately.
Pay Only for What You Use
You're billed transparently—hourly, daily, or project-based. No surprise fees, no placement commissions, no additional charges. You see exactly what you're paying for.
This flexibility is perfect for businesses like yours that might need temporary kitchen porters for a catering event, permanent staff for a new outlet, or ongoing support during your busiest periods.
Transparent Pricing Explained
One of the biggest advantages of pay as you go recruitment? You always know what you're paying. Here's how the pricing structure works:
Our Pricing Models
💷 Hourly Recruiter Support
Perfect for specific recruiting tasks like candidate screening, job posting creation, or initial interviews. You get expert recruiter time without full-day commitments.
£45-65 per hour depending on seniority
📅 Daily Recruiter Engagement
Ideal for high-volume hiring days or when you need dedicated sourcing and screening. A full day of recruiter focus on your vacancies.
£300-450 per day
📊 Project-Based Recruitment
For larger initiatives—like building a new team or managing a complex recruitment campaign—we'll quote a project fee based on scope and complexity.
Custom quote based on requirements
✓ What's Included (No Hidden Costs)
- Unlimited job posting and advert creation
- Full candidate sourcing and screening
- Interview coordination and scheduling
- Background check and reference verification
- Candidate shortlisting and feedback reports
- No placement commissions—ever
- No long-term contracts to lock you in
"You're not paying a percentage of the hire—you're paying for recruiter time. That means your money goes directly to finding the right candidates, not commission payouts."
What Hiring Support Is Included
Whether you need temporary kitchen porters for an event or permanent catering staff for your operation, here's exactly what our recruiters handle for you:
📝 Role Briefing & Job Advert Creation
Our recruiters work with your hiring managers to understand the exact role, responsibilities, and ideal candidate profile. We then craft compelling job adverts optimized for attracting quality applicants.
🔍 Candidate Sourcing & Screening
We use targeted sourcing strategies to find candidates who match your requirements. Every candidate is screened for qualifications, experience, and fit before reaching you.
📞 Interview Coordination & Shortlisting
We handle interview scheduling, coordinate between you and candidates, and shortlist the most promising prospects so you interview only the best-fit applicants.
✅ Background Checks & Reference Verification
For hospitality and food service roles, we ensure proper background screening and verify references to guarantee you're hiring trustworthy, reliable staff.
📊 Candidate Feedback & Reporting
You'll receive detailed feedback on each candidate, including assessment notes and why we recommended them. Full transparency throughout the process.
Perfect for Hospitality & Catering
From kitchen porters and sous chefs to waiting staff and event coordinators, we specialize in finding and screening hospitality talent quickly and reliably.
Need someone tomorrow? We can source and screen candidates within hours.
Temporary Jobs Available Right Now
Browse our current temporary and permanent job opportunities across the UK. From kitchen porters to head chefs, we've got the talent you need:
| Job Title | Location | Hourly Rate | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Chef | Brighton | £18-22/hr | Permanent |
| Contact Centre Advisor | Leicester | £16-19/hr | Temporary |
| Skilled Site Labourers | London | £15-17/hr | Contract |
| Bricklayer (NE) | Sunderland | £16-19/hr | Temporary |
| Customer Service Rep | Nottingham | £16-19/hr | Temporary |
| Warehouse Operative | Cardiff | £16-19/hr | Temporary |
| Data Entry Clerk | Aberdeen | £16-19/hr | Temporary |
| Scaffolder | Westminster | £17-21/hr | Contract |
| Manual Labourer | Bristol | £16-19/hr | Temporary |
| Help Desk Assistant | Slough | £11-12/hr | Temporary |
💡 Pro Tip: These are just a snapshot of our current opportunities. Check back regularly for new positions in your area, or contact us to discuss your specific staffing needs.
Why Choose Recruiting Today?
⚡ Speed
Need staff fast? We can source and screen candidates within hours, not weeks. Perfect for last-minute hiring needs.
💰 Cost Efficiency
Pay only for what you use. No retainers, no commissions, no wasted spend on recruitment you don't need.
🎯 Hospitality Expertise
We specialize in kitchen porters, chefs, catering staff, and hospitality roles. We understand your industry's unique challenges.
🤝 Flexibility
Hourly, daily, or project-based—work with us exactly how you need. No long-term commitments required.
✓ Quality Control
Every candidate is thoroughly screened, background-checked, and verified before they reach you.
📍 UK-Wide Coverage
From Leicester to Aberdeen, London to Newquay—we've got candidates and placement opportunities nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Simplify Your Hiring?
Stop wasting money on recruitment services you don't use. Get flexible, transparent, pay as you go support that grows with your business.
Recruiting Across the UK
Our pay as you go recruitment service is available nationwide. Check out our current opportunities in key locations:
The Future of Recruitment Is Here
Recruitment doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Pay as you go services offer real flexibility for real businesses. Whether you're a small catering company needing event staff, a restaurant expanding your team, or a hospitality group managing multiple locations, we've got the right model for you.
No retainers. No commissions. No long-term contracts. Just transparent, flexible recruitment support that works around your actual hiring needs.
Ready to experience recruitment the right way? Contact Recruiting Today today and get access to quality candidates, expert recruiters, and transparent pricing. Your next hire is just one conversation away.