Chris Flournory, Senior Recruiter with Patrice & Associates, has helped many restaurant managers find jobs throughout his career. Chris’s dedication to helping people find jobs is exemplified by the two testimonials below. Chris and his family just moved to Denver which is a perfect example of how you can do […]
Patrice Rice Puts America’s Hospitality Professionals to Work and Ambitious Entrepreneurs into Business Ownership DUNKIRK, Md. – February, 2010 – The first female Captain to navigate the waters of America’s famed Chesapeake Bay is throwing the sinking U.S. job market a life raft. With more than 600 management positions […]
This article is very interesting and a growing segment of the market that most hospitality managers do not consider. Keeping up with industry trends can often create career opportunities never before explored. LARKSPUR, Colo. — For many years, America’s campgrounds and RV parks were simply designated areas where people could pitch […]
Sizzler Restaurants.– one of my husband’s all time favorites! We were on vacation last year in Utah. Derek went to Sizzler’s website to see if there were any restaurants along our route. He was so excited when he found one that he planned our trip the next day around the […]
This Nation has just gone through a tough economic time, only surpassed by 1929. I found myself jobless for the first time in 25 years. The people at Patrice and Associates, specifically Stella Hernandez and Bernice Gregorieff, pushed me to remain positive because they knew they’d find me a great […]
The most powerful tools a recruiter can have—even before he or she masters tactics—is immediacy and proactivity. To do a thing immediately, acting in anticipation of future problems, needs or changes. A few Examples: You have a new job order? If it’s workable, recruit for it—make a submission happen—market someone in […]
In dozens of states, Gary couldn’t light up before tucking into his meat-lover’s pizza, as he did at this Restaurant & Bar this week. But in North Carolina, the nation’s leading tobacco producer, limits on indoor smoking have lagged behind those in much of the country. That changes Saturday, when smoking […]
The December Franchise class was our largest class to date! Patrice & Associates sent 4 trainers to make sure everyone received all the attention they needed. Please visit our FlickR account to see additional pictures and the names of all those attending. This was a fun class! So many different […]
A fast food restaurant manager went to the extreme in training his staffers on how to handle a hold-up situation: his method scared paying customers and earned a serious reprimand from local police. A manager of a Sonic in St. Joseph, MO recently staged a lunchtime mugging, recruiting someone to […]
Working with Kathy Helfand was a wonderful experience. She was always patient, quick to respond, and provided warm support from start to finish. Thanks entirely to her help, I was able to move from the restaurant industry into corporate dining services and take the next step to continue growing in my career. I’m very grateful for her support and would gladly recommend Kathy and her team. Warm regards, Harvey
Harvey C. says that working with Kathy Helfand was a wonderful experience!
Kathy was so helpful from the first initial message she sent me to the very end when I accepted the position. She stayed on top of every detail and questions I had during the process. I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking to fill positions.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth M.
Elizabeth M. says that Kathy Helfand was helpful throughout the process
I am writing to share my heartfelt appreciation for the outstanding support I received from Kathy Helfand during my recent job search. Their professionalism, dedication, and exceptional communication skills made the entire process seamless and stress-free.
From the very beginning, Kathy Helfand took the time to understand my career goals, skills, and preferences, ensuring they matched me with the right opportunities. They were consistently helpful throughout the interview process, offering guidance, insights, and encouragement every step of the way.
One of the qualities I admired most about Kathy Helfand was their responsiveness. Whether I had questions about a role, needed advice on interview preparation, or sought updates on next steps, Kathy was always quick to respond with thoughtful and helpful answers.
Thanks to their expertise and commitment, I found an amazing opportunity that aligns perfectly with my professional aspirations. I am incredibly grateful for their support and would highly recommend Kathy to anyone looking for a recruiter who genuinely cares about their clients and delivers exceptional results.
Sincerely,
Melissa R.
Melissa R. says that Kathy Helfand provided outstanding support!
“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!”