ABOUT US

 

What We Do

 

Stafford International is a boutique recruitment and advisory firm offering high-touch, tailored services across two core verticals:

 

Hospitality Recruitment & Consulting – We partner with luxury hotels, resorts, private clubs, and some of the most respected restaurants across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and the Caribbean. In addition to recruitment, we offer consulting services for new restaurant openings or restructures, helping clients streamline operations, define their concept, and build trusted teams across every function — from back-of-house to guest-facing leadership.

 

Mining Recruitment – We specialize in technical, engineering, and executive placements across the mining life cycle — from exploration to production. This division is proudly rooted in the legacy of C.J. Stafford & Associates, a family-run business with over four decades of experience in mining and heavy industry recruitment.

 

Who We Are

 

We are connectors, strategists, and specialists.

 

Founded by James Stafford, a global recruitment leader with 15+ years of experience, Stafford International was built to serve industries where talent is everything — and the stakes are high. James’s background spans elite hospitality circles and a multi-generational legacy in global mining. He also serves on the executive board of CIM Toronto, helping shape the future of Canada’s mining sector.

 

Our global network, multilingual capabilities, and nuanced cultural understanding allow us to deliver not just resumes — but trusted hires and tailored support that makes an immediate impact.

 

 

Why Choose Us?

 

• Over 40 years of combined industry experience

• Trusted by Michelin-recognized chefs, hoteliers, and global mining leaders

• Discreet, personalized executive search

• Restaurant startup & operational consulting

• Deep sector knowledge and hands-on involvement

• Based in Toronto, recruiting worldwide