Monthly Archives: July 2012

Hardees Opens 21 new locations in Minneapolis

There is lots of growth in our industry.  As a recruiter, it's great to see that companies are opening new locations and hiring! CKE Restaurants, parent company of the Carl's Jr. and Hardee's brands, announced its intent to develop new Hardee's restaurants throughout the Minneapolis Minnesota, area. The company is seeking to expand its Minneapolis footprint over the next several years and sees the potential to develop more than 59 new restaurants in the market. Currently, Hardee's operates 21 locations in the Minneapolis area. Actively seeking new franchisees, Hardee's will host an executive roundtable on July 31 in Minneapolis from…

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Noodles & Company Opens 300th Restaurant!

Noodles & Company, the restaurant brand that features a collection of dishes from around the world, announced today the opening of its 300th system-wide restaurant. The 300th restaurant is located in Waterloo, Iowa, on Crossroads Boulevard. To commemorate the landmark event, Noodles & Company invited hundreds of loyal fans to form a huge “300” on the ground and an aerial photo was taken from a helicopter. The photo was staged at Valley Lutheran School, and for every participant present, $1 was donated to the school. “We’re thrilled about this achievement and the opening of our 300th restaurant,” says Kevin Reddy,…

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Pret Gets Leg-Up on Menu Labeling!

By now, thanks to menu labeling laws in states like New York and California, slapping a calorie count on menuboards is old hat for many brands. But one brand has taken it a leap further. Last month, Pret A Manger—a sandwich chain with stores in markets like New York, Chicago, and Washington, D.C.—began adding saturated fat, sugar, and sodium levels to its product labels both in store and online. The brand has always listed nutritionals on its website and included calorie counts on its labels for the past few years (even though, in markets outside of New York, it isn’t…

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How to Handle the Salary Question on an Application

One of the most difficult questions to answer (especially prior to an interview) is your salary requirement. There has been a significant increase in the number of online applications that are asking for this information. Obviously, if your salary requirement is too high you are screened out because you are over the salary range. If the salary you list is too low, you could be screened out for not being a strong enough contender or it could result in a low ball salary offer. The question comes up… do you have to answer this question on an online application form?…

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What Clients Say About Patrice & Associates

  • Let Patrice & Associates help you find a new job. I’m very thankful I crossed paths with Rick, and grateful for all the help he provided me from start to finish. Rick made me feel very hopeful about the process, he guided me with every interview and gave me great tips. It was also very clear, he knew exactly what my new employer was  looking for and he knew I was the right fit, that knowledge made me feel very confident and I made sure to follow his tips at every conversation and interview I had. I am very happy to start this new journey, and take on new challenges while allowing me to have more time to spend with my family. I am forever grateful for Rick and his support. Sincerely, Carlos J Pauletti Let Patrice & Associates help you find a new job.
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  • Corina's Hospitality Recruitment Efforts Exceeded All My Expectations

    I would highly recommend Corina Mack. She was very professional, courteous and diligent. Corina found me the perfect opportunity with a great company and exceeded all my expectations for what I was looking for. Quick responses, clear communication and very understanding of my schedule and available times that I had given her. Absolute pleasure to work with and she got the job done. ~ Joel Holloway, Sous Chef, Redstone American Grill – Marlton, NJ Corina's Hospitality Recruitment Efforts Exceeded All My Expectations
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  • Patrice & Associates Hospitality Recruitment can help YOU get a job.

    Mike Buterbaugh was of great help when it came to assisting me with a new career at Carolina Ale House.  He helped me with my interview skills as well as resume building skills.  His friendly and caring approach made it easier to understand the process of applying for a career in management. He genuinely cared and was always a phone call away. He helped me with my confidence as well throughout the whole process. I recommend Mike Buterbaugh to anyone seeking advice and help with a career in management. Gabriel
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  • Patrice & Associates Hospitality Recruiting can help answer your prayers of finding a job.

    Shari...(as well as every contact with Patrice & Associates.)...has always been very professional, knowledgeable, insightful, and deeply focused on gaining success for the Candidate.  Shari looked deep into my skill sets to match me with Companies she knows are seeking my specific talents; and she was very helpful in coaching me on how to present myself in the most favorable ways to the Employer. She did this with a resume and skill review as well as, rehearsals and reminding me of the important points. She also represented The Patrice Group extremely well, and I will also use Patrice & Associates as my search firm when I need to hire managers.  By the way, I DID get HIRED, and I know I was blessed by Lord God Jesus Christ, to have Shari and Patrice & Associates help me! Joseph Abrahams "I was blessed by Lord God Jesus Christ to have Patrice & Associates help me."
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    Patrice & Associates

    Karen Horton, in your Ontario Canada office, is the epitome of professionalism and kindness;  from the moment you start working with her, you know you have found a rare gem. A person who truly cares about you! She will go the extra mile to get you the best possible position. I wholeheartedly recommend Karen's services to any company that needs a staffing partner.   Rochelle Westgarde Chief experience Officer, Mr Mike's Steakhouse Casual. Salmon Arm B.C Patrice & Associates - a Great Staffing Partner for Companies
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