Patrice & Associates Hospitality Recruitment – perfect work from home opportunity for veterans! More than 5,600 veterans have become franchisees in the past four years, according to the International Franchise Association. That’s thanks in no small part to the organization’s VetFran program, through which some 650 member companies offer discounts, […]
Read moreAlmost every month the Jobs Report is great news for recruiting. As the labor pool shrinks because unemployment is so low, the need to find top talent is often outsourced to Executive Search agencies. Additionally, the baby boomers are starting to retire and the millennial’s are having fewer children and […]
Read moreWhat is this world coming to! I have seen many changes since I started Patrice & Associates without an internet. Our big innovation was fax machines! You may have seen this video on the internet. Think about the last time you interviewed a candidate. What was your first initial reaction […]
Read moreFranchise Ownership can change your life. I talk to lots of people over 50 that are looking at business ownership options because priorities in life change. They want more control, work/life balance, and to create wealth and a legacy for themselves. Of all the reasons to start at business after […]
Read moreFinding a job can feel overwhelming, especially in a competitive job market where new job postings appear every day and other job seekers are applying just as actively as you are. Whether you’re a recent graduate looking for your first job, making a career change, or searching for your next […]
Read moreI find it interesting how restaurants are moving more into the seafood category on their menus. Living my life on the Chesapeake Bay I can’t bring myself to order “Maryland Crab Cakes” in another state … like the midwest. Not so long ago those who didn’t live near the water […]
Read more“Lifestyle dieters” want choices in where they eat which often makes it difficult for restaurants to recruit managers that understand that concept. Just when gluten-free has begun to be manageable for most QSRs to safely serve for both customers who must refrain from gluten, along with those who simply opt […]
Read moreAs a recruitment agency we see all kinds of situations. It has been amazing to watch what people do on interviews. I had a candidate that was interviewing with Panera Bread who walked into the interview with a Starbucks coffee! There was a candidate who was finishing up chewing his […]
Read moreThroughout the years of recruiting, I’ve seen the “style” become more and more casual. When interviewing for a job you have make sure you “look” the part of the job you are applying for. It should go without saying that the interview is the first and only chance you’ll get […]
Read moreEddie V. says that Matt DeWalt is a phenomenal person!I just want to Express my gratitude to Matt. He’s a phenomenal person and greatly helped me land the job. He helped me with my resume. He kept in constant communication with me and gave me advice knowing that I had 2 other offers coming. All he wanted was the best for me. I did choose IHOP, a company I worked for before. He is an asset to your company, and I thank him and you for that thank you.
Eddie V.
Tammy J. says that Matt DeWalt was amazing to work with!Matt DeWalt was amazing to work with. First, he rewrote my resume, then he called frequently to check in on me and gave me updates during the entire process. When I had to cancel my first interview due to family issues, he showed empathy and genuinely cared about my well-being. I honestly believe I would not have gotten this job without him! Thank You, Matt!!
Tammy J.
Ortice R. says that Matt DeWalt was great!Matt was great. He took the time needed to ensure the resume was suitable for submission. Matt called when he said he would. Matt answered every call in a timely manner even when he was out of town.
Matt was personable, he was down to earth and honest. Matt was open to new information. He will deal with you fairly no matter where you are in your career I definitely will deal with Matt in the future.
Daniel H. says that Matthew DeWalt was very in depth and efficient!Matt was very in-depth and efficient at putting everything together and helping me find an amazing career fast!Daniel H.
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!”
