Seasonal hiring has long been a staple of the hospitality industry, but today’s environment has heightened the stakes for employers across the U.S. hospitality landscape. From restaurants and food and beverage service establishments to boarding establishments, accommodation providers, and entertainment employers, seasonal hospitality employment now intersects with rising candidate demand, […]
Read moreResort and destination staffing is unlike standard hospitality staffing. Casinos, cruise lines, theme parks, and luxury hotels operate as mini-cities where front desk, guest services, reservations, maintenance, security, food and beverage, entertainment, and retail all converge under seasonality, high guest density, and strict safety and regulatory oversight. Managing staffing levels […]
Read moreEvent venue staffing has become one of the most dynamic and challenging areas within the modern hospitality and event management landscape. From corporate conferences at McCormick Place in Chicago to product launches in Los Angeles or luxury galas at The Plaza in New York City, success depends on the precision […]
Read moreAt Patrice & Associates, we understand that in the hospitality industry, success is built on relationships, trust, and exceptional service. That’s why we are especially grateful to the clients who choose us as their partner. Your confidence fuels our passion to deliver outstanding results, and we take pride in every […]
Read moreEffective hotel recruitment is one of the defining factors of success in the hospitality industry. From five-star resorts and luxury properties to midscale and economy hotels, strong hotel staffing ensures seamless guest services, operational excellence, and the kind of guest satisfaction that fuels repeat business. As global travel rebounds, hotels […]
Read moreStrong 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 […]
Read moreStrong 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 […]
Read moreCelebrating 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 […]
Read moreNow 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 […]
Read moreI would highly recommend Chris Jones for your recruiting needs. Chris Jones was fantastic to work with. He really took the time to understand my background and what type of role would be the best fit for my career path and personal satisfaction. His follow through is on point and he genuinely cared about my future. Sincerely, Tom Vahle
Chris was amazing through the entire application and interview processes, 10 out of 10.
He took his time to get to know me and really ensure that I was what he was looking for. He ensured that I had information about the hiring company to ensure it was something I felt I wanted to pursue. Chris also gave me some helpful tips and tricks in his emails about the interview process, you could tell that he was doing everything on his end to help you, it all just came down to how well you executed on your end. I would certainly recommend anyone looking for opportunities to reach out to Chris, the first possibility didn’t work out that we were attempting but he came back and nailed it with the second opportunity.Cody Smith
Chris made a stressful situation a really great experience!
Chris Jones was amazing from start to finish. I have been with my current employer for 9 years and wasn’t looking to change careers at all. My current employer announced that our doors would be closing in 6 weeks. To say I panicked would be an understatement. I received a call from Chris on Tuesday morning, for a position I went home on Monday and applied for. He walked me through what the company was looking for and thought I was an excellent match. He help me "upgrade" my resume, and sent it off to the company. I heard back on Wednesday afternoon and received an interview Friday, followed by a second interview the following week and a “shadow” day the next week. Through it all Chris would check in and see how I felt after each interview and gave me great feedback. Chris sent me words of encouragement before each interview also. Chris really made a very stressful situation into a really great experience. I can not thank Chris enough. Sincerely, Laura Shafer
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Chris Jones was an absolute pleasure to work with. He was professional, prompt, courteous, and did a great job of keeping me informed all throughout the application process. I truly appreciate the opportunity he presented me with and I am looking forward to my new career. I would absolutely recommend Chris and Patrice and Associates to any friend or colleague! -Jessica Nelson Your Recruitment Coach: Tips on Writing a Resume that Gets Interviews!
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Thank you for the opportunity to express my satisfaction with Chris Jones. Chris was very professional from the very beginning and always kept me updated on the progress with the company. It was a very stress free process, and I truly recommend Chris to anyone in need of a new career. Thank you Chris you are awesome!! please use this as you see fit sincerely, Chris Lodes
