1. Make a plan – Time and time again you hear, “make a plan and stick to it.” It’s not just something motivational speakers and political candidates say, it’s actually really helpful in your job search process too. By setting aside time each day and having deadlines for yourself, you create accountability […]
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 moreAs a career coach for 30 years, I’ve heard all the stories from recruiters about people going on interviews. Recruitment is one thing, now you have the interview and there are many aspects to think about. Your body language can say a lot more about your feelings than you might […]
Read moreIf you’ve been working in the hotel industry for a while, you’ll be looking to further your career at some point, and what better way than to make the step up to a five star hotel? Jose Ruiz, HR manager at The Berkeley Hotel, gives some ideas on what to expect when […]
Read moreYou’ve seen the hotel, restaurant or catering job you want, you’ve sent off your resume and you’ve got a first interview. So, what are the mistakes you need to avoid to ensure you clear this hurdle and get a second one? Well, there’s a lot of advice out there, and you’ve probably heard the obvious ones […]
Read moreRecruitment Tips to maximize your job postings In today’s unemployment market, you need to use all avenues to find the best candidate. Using Patrice & Associates is a great idea as we want to be your staffing partner. Being your staffing partner also means we want to help you find […]
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Jillian always had my best interests in mind!
It was a pleasure working with Jillian on finding my next career opportunity. Once she reviewed my experience, and spoke with me regarding what I was looking for in my next workplace, she presented me opportunities catered to my preferences, and strong desire to join a team with great company culture. She delivered! Jillian proved to be a great advocate for my personal brand, and was always available with professional opinions and keen insights. She always had my best interests in mind, and made sure any opportunity presented would be positive for both employee and employer. Mahalo, Doug Pocius
Jillian did an excellent job assisting me on my job search. She was very professional, helpful and punctual. I am very thankful for her assistance and the timelessness of work that she has done to help me to start a new job and my career. I highly recommend Jillian Parker and Patrice & Associates recruitment firm for their outstanding service. I also want to thank Jillian for all her efforts and hard work to make this opportunity possible. Greatly appreciated !! Sincerely, Walter Wong
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Marcel was a wonderful help in this process. He reached out to me with impeccable timing on my side and guided me through what is usually an arduous task of looking and searching for the next step. Thanks to Marcel, I didn't have that anxiety that usually comes with looking for a new job. He provided me with all the help I needed and guided me along the way with advice about the company as well as how best to present myself. Never once did I feel pressured or uneasy. Marcel was truly helpful and I'm grateful for the opportunity to have worked with him. Mahalo, Samantha
My recruiter cared about my happiness throughout the process.Working with Jillian and Patrice & Associates Hospitality Recruitment was an amazing experience. First of all, the work Jillian did on my resume before presenting me to the client was outstanding. I really feel that it presented me in the best light for the client (and it worked because I got the job!). I’ve worked with a lot of recruiting firms before and the level of service provided by Jillian was far and above the rest of the industry. Jillian was always available to talk any time of the day and really made me feel like she wasn’t just concerned with placing a candidate - she also cared about my happiness and well-being throughout the process. Dennis Brown
This was a perfect fit and I owe it all to Jillian in the Honolulu office!“I want to thank Jillian Parker for reaching out to me with this amazing opportunity. I honestly think this was a perfect fit. I’ll be passing her info on to anyone who is looking for a management position. When Jillian reached out to me for a new manager position, it was like the window of opportunity flew open with hurricane force. I explained to her that I was being very picky about my next career move. She put me at ease, she put all the cards on the table, had immediate answers for my questions, and even did more research to help me make a decision. She knocked out any obstacles before the came and even gave me interview tips for every step. Her communication was impeccable and her guidance was even more so. Jillian made sure that I was taken care of monetarily by getting a nice increase with the transition. After two weeks at my new job I realize that this was a perfect fit and I owe it all to her. I want to thank her again for all that she’s done and I couldn’t be happier with my new career.” - Tanner Lahmers
