Meet the Team

  • Dawn Bannister
    Dawn Bannister

    Dawn Bannister

    • Managing Director, Hospitality & Catering

    A recruitment professional with over 30 years experience of running own successful recruitment business. KSB Recruitment Consultants specialise in working with companies and candidates within the hospitality and catering industry.

  • John Bannister
    John Bannister

    Jon Bannister

    • Operations Director, Hospitality & Catering

    Jon has been with KSB since 2001, bringing 25 years in recruitment. A former chef and HGV driver, he enjoys cooking (bolognese pizza!), supporting Wolves FC, and building adult LEGO sets.

  • Ellie Bryant
    Ellie Bryant

    Ellie Bryant

    • Office Manager

    Ellie joined KSB in 2018 after working at Lloyds Bank. She has 6 years of recruitment experience, a Business Finance Apprenticeship, and is pursuing CIPD. Fun fact: she sleeps with her eyes open!

  • Liam Samuels
    Liam Samuels

    Liam Samuels

    • Temporary Divisional Manager

    Liam joined KSB in 2023 with 10 years of recruitment experience across various sectors. A former military professional, he enjoys playing golf and football in his free time.

  • Rachel Gibson
    Rachel Gibson

    Rachel Gibson

    • Permanent Divisional Manager

    Rachel joined KSB in 2024 with 10 years of experience from Inspired. She once lived in Philadelphia and loves Cornwall’s beaches, country music gigs, and festivals.

  • Carmen Andreicut
    Carmen Andreicut

    Carmen Andreicut

    • Account Manager

    Carmen joined KSB in 2021, marking her first role in recruitment after 10 years in hospitality and admin for her family business. She holds a Business Management degree and loves traveling, shopping, and socialising.

  • Connor Talbot
    Connor Talbot

    Connor Talbot

    • Account Manager

    Connor, with a hospitality background, joined KSB in 2022. His experience as an assistant sales manager drives his success. Outside work, he enjoys fatherhood and socialisng with friends.

  • Kiera-Marie Rafter
    Kiera-Marie Rafter

    Kiera-Marie Rafter

    • Recruitment Consultant

    Kiera joined KSB in 2024, bringing nearly four years of healthcare recruitment experience. She is studying Forensic & Criminal Investigation and enjoys watching football, especially supporting Birmingham City FC.

  • Nick Bagley
    Nick Bagley

    Nick Bagley

    • Recruitment Consultant

    Nick joined KSB in 2024 with three years of recruitment experience. A former chef in 3 Rosette kitchens and 5-star hotels, he once cooked for the future King of England. He enjoys fine dining and playing Xbox.

  • Nicola Flowers
    Nicola Flowers

    Nicola Flowers

    • Marketing Executive

    Nicola joined KSB in 2024 with a degree in Advertising and 10+ years of marketing experience across various sectors and industries. Outside of work, she enjoys event planning and spending time with her family.

  • Tracey Howell
    Tracey Howell

    Tracey Howell

    • Administrator

    Tracey joined KSB in 2020, bringing 17+ years of recruitment experience. Previously, she worked in customer service, police admin, and at Michael Page Finance.

  • KSB Team Member
    KSB Team Member

    Codie Davis

    • Recruitment Consultant

    Codie joined KSB in 2024, transitioning from a role at Kew Green Hotels. She’s studying Events Management, worked as a movie costume designer, and enjoys family time and shopping.