Catering bosses have launched a recruitment drive for 350 posts during the Glasgow 2018 European Championships.

Council arm's-length company Cordia is seeking staff to work across seven venues during the 11-day multi-sport event.

The jobs hunt was launched at Cordia’s headquarters by the Championships’ official mascot, Bonnie the seal, alongside Shirley Clark and Austin Young from the organisation’s internal catering team.

George Haggarty, Cordia’s Project Manager for the Glasgow European Championships 2018 said: “The Glasgow 2018 European Championships will be a huge occasion for the city, attracting hundreds of thousands of spectators alongside world-class athletes.

“These catering roles will allow 350 lucky recruits to be right at the heart of the action, working at seven of the busiest venues.

“It will also offer a valuable insight into the hospitality industry and we’re keen to hear from people who are eager to gain catering experience or additional training.

"The roles will also be of interest to people within our organisation as well as the wider public, getting the opportunity to work at the front-line of next year’s Championships.

“This will be a great addition to any CV, providing valuable skills in a large event environment.”

Venues include Tollcross International Swimming Centre, Knightswood Park BMX track, the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, Scotstoun Sports Campus and Cathkin Braes Mountain Bike Trails.

Glasgow 2018, which brings together the existing European Championships for Aquatics, Cycling, Gymnastics, Rowing and Triathlon along with a new Golf team championships, will be a new highlight on the global sporting calendar.

It will be the biggest sporting event hosted in Scotland since the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.

Colin Hartley, Glasgow 2018 European Championships Director, added: “The Glasgow 2018 European Championships will be a spectacular event that the whole city can get behind and we are working with the best people and suppliers to ensure a successful Championships."

See www.cordia.co.uk/Jobs/Current-Vacancies to apply or find out more.