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Retained Executive Search for Hotels & Restaurants: Best Practices

Strong leadership is the backbone of successful hotels, restaurants, and hospitality groups. CEOs, general managers, and executive leaders set the tone for guest satisfaction, employee engagement, and long-term profitability. Yet finding the right executive candidate in today’s globalized and competitive labor market is no small task. The talent pipeline is […]

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Full-Service Restaurant Recruiting: Hiring for Fine Dining to Casual Chains

Strong restaurant staffing has never been more critical. Across the restaurant industry—from fine dining to casual franchises—operators face intense staffing challenges, rising turnover, and increasing pressure to balance quality with efficiency. More than just filling positions quickly, hiring the right people is about consistency, customer service, maintaining food safety, and […]

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Celebrating a Decade of Success: Two Trailblazing Franchisees Renew for a Third Term

Celebrating a Decade of Franchise Success: Liz Costa & Corina Mack Renew for Another 5 Years At Patrice & Associates, we’re proud to support franchisees who turn vision into reality — building businesses that make a lasting impact on clients, candidates, and communities alike. Over the past decade, we’ve welcomed […]

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Contingent Search in Hospitality: Complete Employer Guide

Now more than ever in the hospitality industry, finding and retaining great talent has become one of the toughest challenges facing business owners and operators. From luxury hotels and gourmet restaurants to spas and resorts, leaders across the sector are competing for qualified candidates who can deliver exceptional guest satisfaction […]

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Why Top Hospitality Brands Trust Patrice & Associates to Deliver Talent That Performs

In today’s hospitality landscape, great service starts long before a guest walks through your doors — it starts with who you hire. Whether you’re running a high-volume restaurant, a boutique hotel, or a multi-unit food service operation, your people define every moment of the customer experience. At Patrice & Associates, […]

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Why Hospitality Leaders Partner with Patrice & Associates: Your Competitive Edge in Talent Acquisition

In the hospitality industry, your people are your brand. From general managers and executive chefs to front-of-house leaders and corporate executives, the individuals you hire directly shape your guest experience, brand reputation, and bottom line. At Patrice & Associates, we know hospitality is more than just a job — it’s […]

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Motivation Monday: Transforming Careers & Businesses in Hospitality Recruiting

How Patrice & Associates Is Leading the Way in Hospitality Talent Acquisition At Patrice & Associates, Mondays aren’t just the start of the week—they’re the start of new opportunities. As leaders in hospitality recruiting and executive search, we’re not just filling job openings—we’re transforming lives and empowering businesses across North […]

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Why Choose Patrice & Associates: Your Strategic Hospitality Recruiting Partner

Hospitality staffing has never been more competitive. Whether you’re a hotel, restaurant, resort, or event venue, finding and retaining top hospitality talent is essential for maintaining exceptional guest experiences, operational efficiency, and brand reputation. At Patrice & Associates Hospitality Recruitment, we specialize in connecting employers with qualified hospitality professionals — […]

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Motivation Monday: What Sets Patrice & Associates Apart in the Hiring Process

In today’s competitive labor market, hiring the right talent is not just about filling roles—it’s about making the right match between employer and candidate. At Patrice & Associates, we approach the hiring process with a strategic, people-first mindset that has earned us national recognition as a leader in hospitality, restaurant, […]

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Liz. C says Ed Carrol is a true master of his craft.

Ed Carrol has been one of the best recruiter experiences I’ve had in my entire career. He was thorough, empathetic, genuine, supportive and an amazing nose for talent. He sourced me for a role that was so aligned with my niche skill set, it truly was like the job was created custom for me. He is a true master of his craft and his support during this interview and placement process has been second to none.

Thank you so much,
Liz C.

Ed sniped me out, he just knew that I would be interested based on my profile. From beginning to end he has kept constant communication with me and has been a great guide in the process.

I’m thankful that he reached out because it got me out of a job, I wasn’t so happy at and starting a new journey! Thanks to Ed!

Best,

Dasha T.

Dasha T. says that Ed Carroll was a great guide through the entire process!

In my most recent, and successful, job hunt, I had the pleasure of working with Ed Carroll. This was my first time working with a recruiter on the employee side, and Ed could not have set a better example. He was professional, kind, and incredibly prompt. He did an excellent job explaining the process and his role in it along with who the company was he was placing for and what their overall style was. Without Ed I would not have been able to land my most recent job, and I hope to have the pleasure of working with him again in the future!

Thanks!

Harrison J.

Harrison J. says that Ed Carroll set a great example of how working with a recruiter should be!

I had the pleasure of working with Ed Carroll during my recent job search. From the beginning, Ed took the time to offer his support, guidance, and industry insight to make the process stress-free. He kept me informed at every step, prepared me for my interviews, and smoothed away any concerns I had. With Ed’s support, I was able to secure my perfect role that matches my skills and career goals. I would highly recommend Ed Carroll to anyone seeking a recruiter who genuinely cares and delivers outstanding results.

Best regards,

Michelle D.

Michelle D. says that Ed Carroll delivers outstanding results!

Ed was so incredibly helpful! Not only did he reach out to me for a position that matched my experience, but he also took into consideration that the culture the company I was applying for matched what I was looking for. The process was so incredibly smooth thanks to him. I am immensely grateful for his guidance, helpful advice and care. You can tell that he cares deeply about finding the right people for the right positions and making sure everyone is comfortable, which to me is extremely valuable. Overall, an amazing experience!

Kindly,

Kristhen

Kristhen says that Ed cares about finding the right people for the right positions!

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