Casual Dining Shows Signs of a Turnaround

 Joe’s Crab Shack  plans to open several new stores in the coming months, breaking ranks with many other operators in the beleaguered casual-dining segment. “We are very optimistic,” said Kevin Cottingim, senior vice president of human resources for the 113-unit, Houston-based chain. “We had a pretty good year compared to the […]

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Restaurant Metaphor on Health Care

Health Care is the topic of today.  The thought of our government managing the nation’s health care system is very scary.  We can’t even get the simple things right.  How many of you are capable of filing your own tax returns?  The very basics are so complicated that most Americans have to […]

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The San Francisco Sourdough Eatery Plans Up to 100 New Locations

The Milwaukee Business Journal recently reported that the San Francisco Sourdough Eatery Inc. plans to expand its franchise into Wisconsin, eventually opening as many as 100 locations over the course of the next three years. In addition to the Wisconsin locations, the chain is targeting Nevada, Utah and California for […]

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Chain Restaurants Offer Free Food During Recession

Whether it’s to introduce an customers to a new menu item,  launch a new location, or celebrate National Cow Appreciation Day, restaurants everywhere are finding reasons to give away free food.  As the recession has played a discouraging role in regards to  spending habits, free food giveaways are a great […]

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Chipotle Engages Customers with Contest

In the latest advertising campaign for Chipotle Mexican Grill, they ask their biggest burrito fans to get creative and tell the world how they like their burrito. It encourages fans to submit original pictures and videos about their favorite burrito concoction, including all the ingredients. Web site visitors can vote […]

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Did You Get That Memo? Our Microsite is Live!

With the new Patrice and Associates  microsite, www.didyougetthatmemo.com, we are making work days a little more fun. This site is a place for people to have fun at work, and vent about past or current jobs. Visitors can spend time on the site watching funny videos, sharing stories, sending anonymous […]

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Summer Means More Jobs In Restaurant Industry

The National Restaurant Association is predicting that eating and drinking places will add 381,800 jobs between June and August. This is a 4.1-percent increase from the industry’s employment levels in March. These statistics could indicate that things are looking better for the restaurant industry. The expected growth in summer restaurant […]

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New Partnerships and Military Career Fairs

Patrice & Associates has partnered with VetFran and other organizations specializing in offering a business opportunity to veterans at a reduced rate. In upcoming months, we will be participating in military career fairs and offering seminars on “Be Your Own Boss.” Please come see us! VetFran – Supporting the Cause […]

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Jamba Juice Adds Food to Its Menu

Keeping customers’ wants in mind, Jamba Juice launched its new menu this week. Research showed customers don’t feel a smoothie alone is enough of a meal, and that they want food with their smoothie. The new menu is comprised of healthy flatbreads, salads and wraps. And I must say, these […]

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Michael Greig was absolutely fantastic in every way! 

He gave me options and suggestions & eventually found a great for me. Communication was easy and he went above & beyond. Also, he seems like an all around good dude. Thanks again Michael. Solid work out there. You’re hired :)

Nic Callahan

Matt Lopez was beyond impressive and thorough!

I came into contact with Matthew Lopez of Patrice & Associates after sending in my resume for a management position on Indeed. After we had a bright introductory call, he was able to streamline me towards a position that would be a perfect fit. Matt is incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and professional in his assistance in preparing for the various levels of the interview process. His attention to detail and sharp interpersonal skills allowed my strengths to shine through. In addition, Matt is personable, empathetic, and overall a joy to work with. Any questions or comments I had about my experiences throughout the hiring process were answered promptly and thoroughly. I am thrilled to report that all of our efforts came to fruition and resulted in an offer. I cannot thank Matt enough for his guidance, warmth, and expertise, and highly recommend him to anyone in search of recruiting services.  

Warmest regards and grazie mille,

Shelley

Matt Lopez nailed it!

I am thankful for the service that Matt Lopez provided on behalf of Patrice and Associates in finding me and matching me to an excellent job with an energy company in northern Virginia. Matt Lopez discussed the position and the company and advised me on the hiring process. Matt has the intuition to assess me the job candidate, and the employer regarding my personality and the corporate culture to make the match. Matt found a Company that has all the attributes that I have struggled over the past few years to find. I intend to do an excellent job for the Company that I am joining in October 2022. I plan to achieve my immediate objectives, the company’s goals and show that Patrice and Associated backed the right person for the job.                    

Sincerely,

Robert Chew

Matt Lopez is amazing!

I would recommend him in any capacity. He is so kind and professional.  He helped me obtain my dream career!  He connected me to a fabulous position within a growing, successful company.  He gave me guidance and support throughout the entire process, his insight and advice before and after each interview was immeasurably helpful.  I sincerely appreciate the work he has done and would recommend him to anyone.  

Best regards,

Amethyst Pina

I would personally love to thank Matt Lopez!

Matt provided all of the help, not only helping me secure a position with a great company but helping me with any concerns and questions I may have had.  Matt was really easy going and really relatable and honestly just made things easy. I loved the experience and wanted to thank him for the amazing help and support and overall guidance into my new position.        

Thanks Matt Lopez!

Matt Brundage

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