The 2025 fair was held on Thursday 2 October 2025 in Elphinstone Hall.
The Part-Time Jobs Fair is an exciting opportunity for students looking for flexible work opportunities in local organisations. The part-time jobs on offer are typically in the retail, hospitality and care sectors. Ask questions and find out about part-time and flexible job opportunities.
How to prepare
- Top tips
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Attending a careers fair can be a daunting prospect, particularly if this is your first event of this type and you have not spoken to many employers in the past. However, there are some simple things you can do to make the most of the event:
- Make a plan. Review the list of exhibitors, visit their websites and make a note of those who most interest you and any specific questions you have for them. A good tip is to walk around the fair once to get a feel for the event and where your target organisations are. Then go round a second time ready to ask your questions.
- Question, questions, questions… Also consider some more general questions that you could ask at the fair. You will usually be speaking either to recruiters or recent graduate recruits. Your questions should help you to gather insights into the recruitment process, what it is like to work at the organisation, opportunities, benefits, skills needed etc. – and anything else you need to know to work out if an employer is right for you.
- Travel alone! If you are attending the fair with friends, make sure you still get to speak to the organisations which interest YOU. You won’t leave a lasting impression by listening to other people asking questions. You can always check in with your friends after you have spoken to your top targets – before diving back in.
- Use your time wisely. Ideally, don’t queue to speak to employers. Instead, move on to the next employer and come back. Some employers may be very busy, however, so give yourself plenty of time.
We’re here to help. Come and find us at the Careers and Employability Service stand and, hopefully, we can point you in the right direction.
Learn how to prepare effectively and make the most of the experience with our short online mini career course.
Organisations who attended the 2025 fair
- The Albyn Bar & Restaurant
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We are a busy bar and restaurant in the heart of Aberdeen, looking to recruit new team members.
- Apex Hotels Ltd
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Meldrum House Country Hotel & Golf Course is nestled within a 240-acre estate in stunning Aberdeenshire countryside. Steeped in history, the 13th century baronial country house guarantees unrivalled luxury. The hotel boasts 51 unique bedrooms, some with stunning views across the golf course and countryside beyond. Our multi-award winning hotel is a place where luxury comes as standard and we boast one of the finest parkland golf courses in Scotland, that is open to residents.
- BaxterStorey
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We are the sole catering provider at Aberdeen Football Club. Running the kiosks and all matchday and non matchday catering.
- The Chester Hotel
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The Chester Hotel is set in the heart of Aberdeen's fashionable west end. The hotel has 64 luxurious bedrooms and suites. Whether dining or enjoying drinks in our stylish Gallery Bar and Restaurant, you will find a lively and sophisticated atmosphere. Our flexible conference space, which has it's own entrance, bar and dining facilities, can be adapted to suit small, intimate gatherings, get togethers for up to 300 people.
- Dominos
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Domino’s first opened in the UK in 1985, the same year Back to the Future opened in cinemas. Lots of work goes into making every pizza you order. It’s a real art form, from start to finish. We’d be nothing without the brilliant people who run our stores.
- Farm Stop
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Farm Stop offers hands on interactive farm experiences for all ages to feed, cuddle and brush the animals.
- Grampian Translation Services limited
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Based in Aberdeen for over 15 years, Grampian Translation Services Ltd (GTS) provides professional translation and legalisation solutions for individuals, students, and businesses.
Technical and Commercial Translations – accurate, industry-specific translations for business, academic, and professional use.
Certified Translations – accepted by UK authorities, universities, courts, and embassies.
Apostille and Legalisation Services – handling Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) apostilles through both the standard route and faster premium options.
Student Special Offer – discounted certified translation of academic certificates, transcripts, and supporting documents for visa and university applications.
We combine linguistic expertise with reliable legalisation support to help students and professionals present their documents worldwide with confidence. - Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport
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Airport hotel serving predominantly offshore companies.
- Holistic Care Scotland
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Holistic Care Scotland are a local support service who provide care and support to individuals within their own homes and local communities.
We have various full and part time job opportunities' within the Aberdeenshire area.
- Homecare Scotland
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Care in the community, looking after people in there own homes with various care needs and requirements.
- Kings Camps (Kings Active Foundation)
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Kings Camps run children’s sports and activity camps in the school holidays. We have amazing roles coaching sports and activities, teaching life skills such as swimming and even leadership roles to develop your CV - whether you’re looking for an opportunity in your home or study city.
We take great pride in our staff, who we call our Red Tops. We select Red Tops for their outgoing and energetic personalities, their dedication to child development, and their ability to inspire children. We call this magic formula The Kings Factor®
As a not-for-profit organisation, we exist to get children active, having fun and learning together. We provide assisted places that enable children to attend our camps from lower-income families or challenging circumstances, and we work in disadvantaged communities in the UK and internationally.
- Krepes n Kones
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We at Krepes 'n' Kones believe that everyday is a good day for dessert. We specialise in Krepes, Waffles, Burritos, Mini Dutch Pancakes, Cookie Dough, Sundaes, Milkshakes, Ice Cream, Doughnuts and a lot more!
- The Marcliffe
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Marcliffe is an elevated, luxury Scottish 5 star hotel destination wrapped in warmth and wonder, where traditions are cherished and memories feel timeless. Situated on the doorstep of scenic Royal Deeside, the hotel offers the perfect place to explore the very best of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
A couthy character nestled in eight acres of nature. A place woven into the fabric of the North East of Scotland. A country hideaway on the edge of the city, steeped in stories.
Currently undergoing bold transformation, including a multi-million-pound investment featuring a new 130-cover brasserie, whisky snug, and reimagined guest suites, Marcliffe is redefining luxury hospitality in the Northeast, creating exciting opportunities for those looking to grow their careers in five-star service. - Mitchell & Murdoch Care Ltd.
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Agency that provide staff agency and care at home.
- myCare Grampian
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Personal home care and support.
- P&J Live
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P&J Live is Scotland’s largest live entertainment, conference, and exhibition venue, located in Aberdeen. Designed to host a wide range of events—from world-class concerts and sporting events to corporate conferences and exhibitions—P&J Live offers state-of-the-art facilities, exceptional hospitality, and seamless transport links. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, the venue delivers unforgettable experiences for audiences and organisers alike.
- P.B. Devco
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Recruiting for positions across all PB Devco venues. Privately owned and successfully operating for over 30 years, PB Devco offers a variety of premium dining, catering and entertainment venues throughout Aberdeen’s City Centre and West End. We will be attending the fair to promote part-time opportunities across our venues.
- Specialist Resource Solutions
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Specialist Resource Solutions (SRS) is committed to delivering the highest standards of personalised, innovative, person-led Care and Support at home to empower, and enable the people we serve.
We are dedicated to transforming lives through personalised, innovative, and Person centred social care services, with excellence, integrity, and collaboration at our core.
​Established in 2015, we are proud to have built a team of incredible humans who share the same values and vision of what at-home care can, and should be.
- Sport Aberdeen
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Aberdeen's primary Sport's and Leisure Trust keeping the city of Aberdeen Active - Creating Opportunities, Inspiring People and Changing Lives through sport and physical activity since 2010.
- The Army
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The Scottish and North Irish Yeomanry are an Army Reserve, Light Cavalry Regiment working from Jackal Armoured fighting Vehicles.
- University of Aberdeen - Commercial Services
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The University of Aberdeen prides itself on delivering excellent catering and retail services for its staff and students. We hire part-time staff in a range of areas including:
- delivered catering
- University merchandise and gifts
- food and drink outlets
- events