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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Chef de Partie
Ely£29000 - £31000 per annum, Benefits: Days only. Family ran business, Fresh food operation

A rare opportunity has emerged for an ambitious Chef de Partie to join a thriving kitchen operation where work-life balance truly matters. My client offers what many kitchens can't - no evening shi...

Head Chef
Royston£40000 - £45000 per annum, Benefits: Paid overtime, great work life balance, stunning setting, 80% homegrown produce

Head chef up to £55k, paid Overtime, Wedding & Events  An extraordinary opportunity awaits an accomplished Head Chef ready to lead a truly unique kitchen, where farm-to-table isn't just a concept -...

Head Chef
Suffolk£37000 - £40000 per annum, Benefits: Amazing destination business, free reign on menu, great tips

Head Chef | £37,000 - £40,000 + Tips | Suffolk Take the helm in a kitchen where quality, creativity, and community are at the heart of everything we do. My client, an award-winning independent pub ...

Hospitality Manager
Sudbury£30000 - £32000 per annum, Benefits: Amazing benefits package including Blue Light Discount

Hospitality Manager, up to £32,000 Days only Step into a role that redefines your career in hospitality! My client is offering an exciting opportunity as a Hospitality Manager, where your expertise...

Senior Chef De Partie
Saffron Walden£33500 per annum, Benefits: Paid overtime, excellent career prospects

Imagine working as a Senior Chef de Partie in a stunning location near Cambridge, where every day offers the chance to create exceptional dishes with fresh, seasonal ingredients. This opportunity n...

Conference and events manager
Oxford£30000 - £33000 per annum, Benefits: 38 days holiday. Enhanced Pension. Cycle to work scheme

A prestigious opportunity has arisen for a Conference & Events Manager to join a historic Oxford institution, offering an exceptional work-life balance with a generous 38 days of annual leave. This...

Head chef
Cromer£38000 - £45000 per annum, Benefits: Live in accommodation available

A phenomenal opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Head Chef to lead a 40-cover fine dining kitchen in picturesque North Norfolk. This Head Chef position offers an exciting chance to showcase you...

Pastry Chef
Cambridge£30000 - £31500 per annum, Benefits: Mainly Monday to Friday, paid overtime

Pastry Chef – Upto £31,000 – Fresh Ingredients, Menu Autonomy, No Late Nights, Paid Overtime Are you ready to take your pastry skills to the next level in a role that offers creativity, balance, an...

Food and Beverage Supervisor
Oxford£29000 - £31000 per annum, Benefits: 30 days holiday, Christmas closure, Enhanced pension

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for an experienced Food & Beverage Supervisor to join one of Oxford's most prestigious institutions, offering a competitive salary of up to £31,000. This Food & ...

Conference and events sales manager
Lincolnshire£30000 - £35000 per annum, Benefits: Stunning setting, great career benefits

Transform your events career with this hands-on Conference and Events Sales Manager opportunity, offering up to £35,000 with my client's prestigious new venue! As Conference and Events Sales Manage...

College Housekeeper
Oxford£12.49 per hour, Benefits: Amazing holiday and pension contributions

An extraordinary opportunity awaits you at one of Oxford's most prestigious academic institutions! Imagine working in a setting steeped in history, where every corridor has hosted centuries of acad...

Hotel Operations Manager
Oxford£50000 - £60000 per annum, Benefits: Stunning setting, great career path

Attention Visionary Operations Managers: Your Ultimate Leadership Opportunity Has Arrived! If you're a powerhouse hospitality professional ready to take your career to extraordinary heights, this i...

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