MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Ruth, Gareth and the team would like to wish all our staff and customers a Merry Christmas 

and a Happy New Year.

Let's hope 2014 is good for all of us!

Recruitment fayre a great success!

HR manager Karen Hollies was delighted with the outcome of our first recruitment fayre. 

Held at the Quality Hotel in Hanley on Friday 8th November, RCB went with a specially designed stand, lots of giveaways and three members of staff.

The team managed to network the RCB name to hundreds of people and Karen is hopeful that all the hard work will pay off in getting lots of casual staff to cover holidays and sickness.

If you or anyone you know are looking to earn a little extra money, give the HR department a call on 01782 565400.

Pictured left to right are Karen, Alexia, and Lynda. Shaky photography by Lynn Smith.

New Site - The Swan at Woore

We’re delighted to announce that The Swan pub have joined our roster of clients.

Why not pop in for a meal?

Situated in the heart of Woore village set on the A51, The Swan has history reaching back to the 1500’s.

You'll love the fabulous interior, suitable for a relaxing drink or dining. The Swan enjoys a cosy setting with roaring fires in the winter and a friendly atmosphere.

The Swan, Nantwich Road, Woore, Crewe, CW3 9SA Telephone: 01630 647220

www.swanatwoore.co.uk

Wood Lane Beer Festival

Get down to the Wood Lane Beer Festival!

Full programme of events plus 25 real ales and 4 ciders 

October 3rd 6pm - 11.30pm

October 4th 2pm - 12pm

October 5th 12pm - 12pm

October 6th 12pm - 11.30pm

Megacre, Megacre Cricket Ground, Wood Lane, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST7 8PA

Half Marathon Ray

Ray 'The Cat' Puma is embarking on the Potteries Half Marathon in June, with all sponsorship revenues going to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice.

After giving up smoking a couple of years ago, Ray has been a regular member of the gym and this is his second half marathon, the last one being in 2010 when he was still eating a lot of pizza (see picture above).

Asked about his recent fitness regime Ray commented: "For every mile I run, I add one minute to my life. This enables me, at the age of 85, to spend an additional five months in a nursing home at £5,000 per month".

Erm, ok - sounds like a plan. And what about your charity Ray? "Douglas Macmillan Hospice cares for adults and their families across North Staffordshire, who have cancer and other life limiting illnesses, completely free of charge . The Hospice needs to raise over £9 million each year."

If you wish to sponsor Ray, go to www.justgiving.com/raymond-puma and donate online.

Good luck Ray!

Sandra's tour of India

Just to let you know that Sandra is now away for a month - taking in the sites of India. When asked about her forthcoming trip she said "Well Benidorm has it's charms but Kenny, Jacqueline and myself decided it was time for pastures new, and I've always wanted to go to India since rocking along to Led Zep's 'Kashmir' when I was a teenager. The only problem is that we miss Easter but we're taking some chocolate eggs with us - we just hope they don't melt".

Sandra will be back with us on Monday 8th April. In the meantime her phone is still active and Lynn or Ripley will be happy to deal with any issues you may have.

Enjoy your holiday Sandra!

New reception area

Back in Spring 2012 we ran an article in the (rather old fashioned) tabloid version of Splash! regarding Dennis Johnson and his renovation of the reception area.

Well, you know what builders are like and how it takes them two attempts to get anything right so we decided to give Dennis another chance and had him back again.

Some things hadn't changed, he still has the innate ability of all builders to get in everyone's way - but look at the work! Super smooth reception desk, spotlights and wall mounted television screen (so Ripley doesn't get bored) - it all looks fantastic.

So well done Dennis and thank you for all your hard work.

Introducing Mick Dean

This is Mick who is our new engineer. As Mike is spending more time out of the office quoting and project planning specialist cleans, we needed someone on site to maintain equipment and do repairs.

Mick joins us from Emmerdale where he was Zak Dingle's stunt double.

Audit Results 2012

These are last years audit results, taken as an average across all RCB sites.

Thanks to all our staff for their efforts!

Introducing Colin Lewis - RCBs' new Sales Manager

Colin's main role is to be responsible for the development and performance consumable sales. He'll also be in charge of the warehouse, overseeing weekly stock checks, managing production and ensuring adequate stocks are maintained.

If you need any consumables for your site Colin is the man to talk to - so can all staff contact him on 07780 440374 if you need to order. Alternatively you can email colin@rcbuk.com.

Welcome to RCB Colin!

Do any of your friends or family want to earn extra cash?

We’re looking for part time cleaners to cover holidays and illness. 

This is a great opportunity to earn extra cash with temporary, part time, evening and weekend hours to suit.

So do you know anyone with spare time for spare cash? For more information ask them to call Jasmin now on 07909 913295 or email their cv to recruitment@rcbuk.com.

Say hello to these to new starters at RCB!

Abdul Jimale Phones 4 U – Brindley court

William Hope – Mobile Cleaner

Stephen Sylvester – Casual

Jasmine Rajabian – Recruitment Manager

Ewa Klmek – Arnold Clarke/Thoroughgoods

Carl Bithell – Arnold Clarke/Sudden Impact