Words to Live By…
The Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. - ”Do the next right thing” - ”Make work like play and play hard and with passion” - ”If you give away your integrity, you’ve got nothing left”
Director of Talent Aquisitions
Jon has spent his entire career in the Hospitality Industry, with most of that time focused on talent acquisition and recruiting. Before joining Sandpiper Hospitality, Jon was the Talent Acquisition Manager for Shamin Hotels and Gold Key|PHR Hotels & Resorts. He has been involved with all levels of both exempt and nonexempt positions and has worked for both regional and national brands and companies. Jon’s earlier experience includes Management Recruiter for Hilton Hotels and Director of Recruiting for Battleground Restaurant Group (Kickback Jacks, Tripps).
During his career, Jon has been most rewarded when he is able to help provide the ‘gift of meaningingful employment’ and to watch these associates grow and flourish over time. His experience is that a company that is genuinely passionate about its associates at all levels, will meet the financial objectives required to exceed the expectations of the investors and ownership. He focuses on finding the right candidate for the position. He strives for an efficient recruiting process for the Hiring Managers and Company and a positive experience for the candidate.
More About Jon
HOMEtown
New York Metro Area (New Rochelle, NY & NYC)
Book SMARTS
Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA (Bachelor’s Degree)
What is HOSPITALITY?
Treating each guest as if they were a guest in your own home
When I’m NOT WORKING, I am…
Cooking, road cycling, spending time with wife and family
Favorite TEAMS
Duke Blue Devils Basketball
First J.O.B.
Grocery Clerk at “Gristede’s”
Favorite BRAND
Ritz Carlton/Marriott……although I am not a frequent guest, I admire their mottos of “ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen,” and “my pleasure.” It highlights a passion for treating both guests AND associates with dignity and respect and for hiring associates that are truly passionate about guest satisfaction.