Jonathan Taylor

Divisional ManagerSpecialising in Hospitality

After spending 19 years working at all levels in the hospitality sector, Jonathan made the transition into the recruitment industry and joined Select. He has since been working with a range of high profile clients on a number of different roles, whilst managing our Permanent Hospitality Recruitment desk. Jonathan is known in the industry for his no-nonsense, honest approach to recruitment and is the favoured recruiter for many prestigious businesses because of this.

Jonathan's passion for food and drink doesn't end at the office, he is a Gin aficionado with a collection of over 60 different types at home and he is often found trying out the different eateries in and around Cambridge. 

To contact Jonathan call: ​01223 931020

Jobs by Jonathan

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Hotel Manager
Cambridge£55000 - £65000 per annum, Benefits: Short term live in available, Hands on management, Excellent career and bonus opportunities

Hotel General Manager - 35 bed Boutique Hotel, Cambridgeshire - Up to £65,000 + Bonus My client is offering an exceptional opportunity for a passionate Hotel General Manager to take the helm of the...

Sous chef
Norfolk£35000 - £38000 per annum, Benefits: LIVE IN AVAILABLE, stunning location, great tips

Sous Chef - 4 Day Working Week - Up to £38,000 + Tips + Accommodation My client is offering an exceptional opportunity for a talented Sous Chef to join their thriving gastro pub operation near King...

Chef de Partie
Cambridgeshire£32000 per annum, Benefits: DAY SHIFTS ONLY

Chef de Partie - £32,000 - Day Shifts Only This outstanding Chef de Partie opportunity offers the rare advantage of working exclusively day shifts, providing the perfect work-life balance that allo...

Restaurant Supervisor
Cambridgeshire£28000 - £30000 per annum, Benefits: DAY TIME SHIFTS ONLY

FOH Restaurant Supervisor - £30,000 - Peterborough This exceptional FOH Supervisor opportunity has arisen due to internal promotion within my client's thriving operation, creating the perfect stepp...

Restaurant manager
Norfolk£31000 - £35000 per annum, Benefits: Live in available, £6000 tips

Front of House Restaurant Manager - Norfolk Coast up to £35,000 + Live in  My client offers an outstanding Front of House Restaurant Manager opportunity in a breathtaking coastal location, where ex...

Sous Chef
Suffolk£35000 - £42000 per annum, Benefits: Excellent career opportunities, stunning setting

Sous Chef up to £42,000 Stunning Suffolk Wedding & Events Business An exceptional Sous Chef position awaits at a unique 8000-acre Suffolk estate, where culinary excellence meets breathtaking natura...

Chef de Partie
Suffolk£31000 - £34000 per annum, Benefits: Stunning Setting, Overtime paid TOIL, Excellent career growth opportunities

Chef de Partie - Wedding & Events up to £34,000 My client offers an exceptional Chef de Partie opportunity that combines career advancement with culinary excellence in one of Suffolk's most stunnin...

Sous Chef
Peterborough£35000 - £40000 per annum, Benefits: DAY Shifts only. Overtime paid

Sous Chef - £35,000 - £40000, plus overtime; Day Shifts Only with Excellent Career Growth Imagine starting your culinary career journey with a Sous Chef position that offers the perfect work-life b...

Head chef
Norfolk£38000 - £43000 per annum, Benefits: stunning property, Wednesday to Sunday trading, great tips

Head Chef - Boutique Hotel, Near Norwich Step into a Head Chef position where culinary creativity meets exceptional standards, offering you complete menu autonomy to showcase your passion for fresh...

Head Chef
Ely£32000 - £37000 per annum, Benefits: DAY TIME ONLY

Are you a culinary maestro ready to take the helm at a vibrant fresh food cafe? Does the idea of crafting your own menus and leading a passionate team spark your excitement? Do you thrive in a bust...

Chef de Partie
Norfolk£30000 - £33000 per annum, Benefits: Staff Accommodation Available

Are you passionate about creating mouth-watering dishes using fresh ingredients? Do you thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment where your creativity can shine through? Could you see yourself as a ...

Chef de partie
Oxford£29000 - £31000 per annum, Benefits: 33 days holiday, excellent contributory pension

Are you passionate about culinary arts and ready to elevate your career to new heights? Does the idea of crafting exceptional meals in a prestigious educational setting excite you? If so, my client...

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