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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Senior Chef De Partie
Hitchin£29000 - £35000 per annum, Benefits: Live in available, great hourly tips

CDP, Near Hitchin, Must have Pizza Experience, up to £35,000 (DoE) plus tips Step into a Senior CDP role where internal promotion has created a genuine opportunity to progress your career in a kitc...

Restaurant manager
Bicester£45000 - £50000 per annum, Benefits: DAY SHIFTS ONLY

Restaurant Manager - Flagship Site Opportunity UP TO £50k Step into a Restaurant Manager role where you'll truly make the business your own. My client is offering an exceptional opportunity to lead...

Sous Chef
Huntingdon£32000 - £36000 per annum, Benefits: Day shifts only, 40 hour week with TOIL

Events Production Chef – £32,000 - £36,000 40 hours a week, plus TOIL (depending on experience) DAY SHIFTS 7:30am - 3:30pm My client is offering you the chance to escape the relentless late nights ...

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