How Max Onkenhout helped Vermaat's team absorb peaks without losing quality

The challenge: Unexpected departure, crucial summer period

Vermaat Groep, the name behind catering at top locations in the Netherlands, is committed to maintaining an exceptional standard every day. When their Recruitment Business Partner left, Recruitment Manager Katja van den Wollenberg faced a hefty challenge: the summer peak was approaching, and they urgently needed someone to ensure team continuity and stability.

With this major peak coming up, Vermaat needed to move quickly. Katja was looking for a temporary professional who could not only respond quickly, but who could also make an immediate impact without a familiarisation period. She wanted stability in her team and the certainty that ongoing projects would stay on schedule. The answer? Max Onkenhout.

Our approach: Max in action - a seamless solution for Vermaat Group

At People&, we knew that speed and diligence were crucial to support Katja and her team. Max Onkenhout was appointed, an experienced recruiter and team player who not only brought the right expertise, but could also adapt quickly and flexibly to the challenges at Vermaat. Katja and her team needed someone who could fully participate within days and bring calm to the hectic pace.

Max and People& made the difference in three key areas:

1. Quick deployment and seamless integration: Within days of the previous force's departure, Max stepped into his role. His smooth adjustment and immediate deployment made for an effortless transition, so the team experienced no interruptions.
2. Broad support in a peak period: Max supported various departments and locations as needed, allowing Vermaat to respond flexibly to varying needs. Through this deployment, Vermaat was prepared for the summer rush with no loss of quality.
3. Stability and continuity: Max's approach and commitment ensured that he did not feel like "the temporary worker," but a trusted colleague who helped the team get through the summer without worry.

The result: Ready for summer peak with a stable and productive team

Thanks to Max's efforts, Vermaat Group had not only the capacity but also the peace of mind to continue their planning for the summer without a hitch. The additional expertise relieved the core team and allowed Katja's team to focus on the future.

Results in figures:

• Deployable within days: Max stepped in immediately and ensured continuity without interruption in recruitment processes.
• Nine months of support in crucial times: During the peak months, Max provided stability and continued to shift flexibly as needed.
• Prepared for a busy summer: Thanks to Max's quick deployment and flexibility, Vermaat's recruitment team was able to handle the peak period efficiently without added stress.

Quote from Vermaat Group:

"Max immediately felt like one of us. For nine months he was not just a temporary worker, but a valuable team member. Without his help we would never have been able to cope with the rush during the summer." - Katja van den Wollenberg, Recruitment Manager at Vermaat.

Why People&?

At People&, we are ready with professionals who seamlessly match and add immediate value. Our approach is all about speed, careful matching, and true commitment. If, like Vermaat, your organization needs quick temporary support that strengthens operations and relieves pressure, we're ready to partner.

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