I have had the pleasure of working with Mike Cinnamon of Patrice & Associates over the last month. He contacted me after finding me on Linked In & the process began. I had been with the same company for almost 16 years and was ready for a change. I knew […]
Read moreSister brand of high-end steakhouse taps into growing polished-casual market Del Frisco’s Grille is operating in a sweet spot in the U.S. economy, appealing to disposable-income-rich, affluent diners, as well as aspirational consumers looking for a more upscale experience. Capitalizing on the prestigious name of its much pricier sister concept, […]
Read moreLodge-themed concept elevates family-dining experience with casual-dining touches. At Black Bear Diner, it’s all about value — and bears. Bob and Laurie Manley, along with partner Bruce Dean, founded Black Bear Diner in Mt. Shasta, Calif., as a restaurant offering American comfort foods in a bear-infested, mountain lodge-themed setting that […]
Read moreRestaurateurs know proactive training translates to bottom line performance, and things like great service, high standards, and expert menu knowledge don’t come easily. Precious time required for training can be obliterated by the chaos that defines the restaurant business. Successful restaurants depend on teamwork: they huddle up for daily pre-shift […]
Read moreJust grabbed these from Tabeau Public as a point of reference> Interesting how VC’s have decided now is a good time to do what they could have been doing for quite some time. I guess, better late than never? I just hope they enlist some real industry experts that have real […]
Read moreStartups invoke images of employees playing foosball during brainstorming meetings, riding through hallways on scooters, and drinking endless PBRs from the kitchen fridge. Whether it’s the truth or not, startup culture has a certain appeal to plenty of job seekers. But when it comes to job security, a run of […]
Read moreBelow is an email we received from Jarek. Helen Nourai, franchisee, recently helped him get a new job. My job hunting could not be so stressless, quick and perfect match with out of your assist. Discovering my target companies was exciting, and collaborating with you to identify the appropriate strategic […]
Read moreWasabi, a fast-casual sushi chain based in London, is planning to open its second New York City restaurant in March 2015, the company told Nation’s Restaurant News. The concept opened its first New York City location in Times Square in February. The second will open downtown at 7 World Trade […]
Read moreApplebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar has teamed up with smartphone movie app Flixster in a bid to lure moviegoers to add dinner nearby to their movie plans. Applebee’s, the 2,000-unit casual-dining division of DineEquity Inc., on July 1 added a “Find Applebee’s Nearby” button in the popular Flixster movie-discovery application […]
Read moreMonika F. says that working with Ashley Gray was a game-changer!Working with Ashley Gray was truly a game-changer in my job search. From the very beginning, she was incredibly communicative, supportive, and attentive. It honestly felt like I had my own personal assistant helping me through every step. What really stood out was how well she listened when I said I wanted to be placed somewhere that aligned with my values. Ashley didn’t just take that in, she acted on it, and I couldn’t be happier with where I landed. She’s so intentional with what she does, and I really appreciate how thoughtful and dedicated she is. Her professionalism, paired with that personal touch, made all the difference for me.
Remzi Yilmaz“Patricia’s approach to searching for candidates allows her to find top notch prospects each and every time. She has the ability to know exactly what qualifications we are looking for when a vacancy becomes available. I appreciate Patricia’s enthusiasm, tailored approach, consistent communication and follow up when recruiting for our company. She is truly a wonderful partner!”
