London 2012 launches job website with the emphasis on hospitality staff

LOCOG believes the demand of existing hotels and restaurants coupled with new establishments set to open will require high volumes of staff. Run by Adecco, the official recruitment services provider of the Olympic and Paralympic Games will feature opportunities ranging from catering, cleaning, security and administrative support to media, hospitality, tourism, sport, leisure and customer services. Some professional and technical posts will also be available. The first jobs will appear in March so applicants are encouraged to pre-register now in order to give themselves the best chance of securing their dream role. Paul Deighton, chief executive of LOCOG said: "The London 2012 Job Board is a fantastic opportunity for people to get involved with the Games and play their part in helping put on the greatest show on earth. We have set ourselves the target of employing 15 to 20 per cent of the total workforce for the Games from people living in the six Host Boroughs. We will be encouraging our sponsors and contractors to support local employment opportunities from these boroughs and highlight the fantastic opportunities which will become available over the next 18 months. There will be a wide range of jobs available and I would urge people to register their interest and make sure they hear about the opportunities first." Steve Girdler, Adecco's Director of London 2012 Partnerships, said, "We see the Games as a catalyst for change and a reminder that no matter what is going on in the wider economic climate, there are always opportunities to do something new, innovative and exciting. This is the kind of event that should provide real opportunities to people in the lead up to and beyond the Games."