As 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 […]
Read moreI want to share some thoughts that’s relevant to you as a hospitality industry shift worker who works works long, disjointed hours. Coping with shift work can be difficult. “Work to live, don’t live to work” “The easiest way to deal with working long hours was just to make it […]
Read moreHow to Restore Your Work/Life Balance in Hospitality Profession Finding the right work-life balance is an important part of being happy at work. We all know how dedicated to your jobs you hospitality people are, but most of you know the tricks to maintaining equilibrium. Getting the balance right between work […]
Read more3 recruitment marketing trends for 2019 In order for us to predict what our recruiting will change in 2019, we needed to first look at 2018. According to Glassdoor, 76% of hiring managers reported that attracting top talent was their greatest challenge in 2018. This finding comes as no surprise considering […]
Read moreThe global food service market is at a record high which mean fast casual restaurants will be fighting for a piece of the action and will need to set up their hospitality recruitment efforts to keep up with the demand. The battle to earn part of this additional revenue is […]
Read moreIn researching what might be restaurant “trendy” for 2019, I’ve taken research from several sources and have developed this list of hospitality predictions for this year and found much of it surprising. But a nice surprise! Levatine Cuisine – growing interest in Israeli cuisine has led to increased flavor innovations […]
Read moreMatt R. says that Matt Lopez was an absolute pleasure to work with!It was an absolute pleasure to work with Matt. I’ve never had a recruiter be more attentive or provide more resources throughout the interview process. Matt always followed up and offered super helpful advice. I can’t thank him enough for the work he put in to help me in my new role. I’ll be keeping his contact with me for sure and would recommend him strongly to any others looking for a new position!
Sincere thanks to him and your company!
Best,
Matt R.
Daniel B. says that Matt Lopez gave him a big boost of confidence!I’m really grateful to Matt Lopez for helping me land my job at Il Fornaio. At a time when I wasn’t sure about the job I was in, he told me about this opportunity and encouraged me to go for it. He guided me through the process, from giving me insight about the role, helping me prepare for interviews with solid questions, to even talking with my references and getting great feedback from them. That gave me a big boost of confidence. Matt’s support and belief in me made a huge difference, and thanks to him I’m now in a role I’m truly excited about. He went above and beyond, and I couldn’t have done it without his help.
Daniel B.
Jesus Q. is very grateful to Aida Lopez for connecting her with his new employer!I’m very grateful to Aída for connecting me with this corporation where I will continue to move forward in my career, and I’m proud of what she and I have built.
Celeste P. says that it was a pleasure working with Matt Lopez!It was a pleasure working with Matt Lopez from Patrice and Associates during my job search. From the beginning, Matt demonstrated exceptional professionalism and attention to detail. He took the time to understand my unique skill set and career goals, ensuring that every opportunity he presented was a strong match. Throughout the process, Matt kept me informed and was always available to answer questions or provide guidance. His communication was clear and timely, making the entire experience smooth and positive. I highly recommend Matt for anyone seeking a recruiter who is knowledgeable, dedicated, and focused on finding the best fit for both candidates and employers.
Celeste P.
Remzi Yilmaz“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!”
