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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Sous Chef
Swansea£36000 - £40000 per annum, Benefits: Stunning setting, amazing tips (£12000) great benefits, profit share

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the South Wales coast near Swansea, this is an incredible opportunity for a Senior Sous Chef / Sous Chef to step into a Michelin-starred kitchen and be part...

Chef de Partie
Dolgellau£30000 - £32000 per annum, Benefits: great tips, amazing career benefits & progression

Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Snowdonia National Park, this is an incredible opportunity for a passionate Chef de Partie to join a renowned kitchen that values creativity, excellence, an...

Chef de Partie
Hunstanton£30000 - £32000 per annum, Benefits: Live in available, amazing tips, stunning setting, great career development

CHEF DE PARTIE, upto £32,000 plus £6000 tips & live in My client offers a rare opportunity for a passionate Chef de Partie to join their prestigious seafood restaurant  near Hunstanton, with potent...

Sous Chef
Gamlingay£32000 - £35000 per annum, Benefits: Great tips, potential live in, excellent career progression opportunities

SOUS CHEF, GASTRO PUB, up to £35,000, An unrivalled opportunity awaits for a talented Sous Chef to join my client's thriving independent gastro pub restaurant. With a generous salary of up to £35,0...

Restaurant General Manager
Gamlingay£30000 - £35000 per annum, Benefits: Great tips, opportunity to build a new business, potential live in

Exciting Pub Manager Opportunity - Shape the Future of a New Gastro Pub - Up to £35k + Tips My client is expanding their portfolio of successful venues with the opening of a brand-new gastro pub, o...

Assistant General Manager
Newmarket£29000 - £32000 per annum, Benefits: Cash Tips

Are you ready to take your hospitality career to the next level? My client, a thriving family-run restaurant, is seeking an ambitious Assistant General Manager to join their close-knit team. This A...

Sous Chef
Ely£34000 - £36000 per annum, Benefits: overtime

Accelerate your culinary career with this exceptional Sous Chef opportunity offering significant growth potential and generous earning potential beyond the base salary. My client is seeking a talen...

Chef de Partie
Reed£28000 - £32000 per annum

Passionate about fresh, seasonal food? Ready to take your culinary skills to the next level in a Michelin Guide kitchen? My client, a renowned gastro pub, between Royston and Saffron Walden, is off...

Sous chef
Cambridge£32000 - £35000 per annum, Benefits: DAYS ONLY

A rare opportunity has emerged for an accomplished Sous Chef to join my client's premium café and delicatessen in a picturesque location just outside Cambridge. This Sous Chef role offers the perfe...

Head Housekeeper
Norfolk£30000 per annum, Benefits: live in available, amazing tips

A rare opportunity has arisen to shape the future of premium hospitality as Head Housekeeper with my client, a prestigious independent hotel group. This exciting Head Housekeeper position offers th...

Chef manager
Cambridge£38000 - £45000 per annum, Benefits: NO NIGHTS EVER, 45 hours a week

An unmissable opportunity has emerged at my client's recently revamped restaurant just outside Cambridge. This Chef Manager position offers the perfect blend of creative freedom, leadership respons...

Sous Chef
Watford£45000 per annum, Benefits: Temporary accommodation, great tips, amazing staff benefits

SOUS CHEF OPPORTUNITY: JOIN A NEWLY REFURBISHED LUXURY RESTAURANT An exceptional opportunity awaits at one of Hertfordshire's most prestigious luxury country house hotels. My client is seeking a ta...

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