If you’ve run restaurants for any length of time, you know the pattern: a restaurant manager resigns, everyone scrambles to cover the shift, you rush the search with hasty job postings, train the new hire hard for a few months, and just when they start to feel solid in the […]
Read moreHiring in the hospitality sector has never been more complex. Restaurants, hotels, resorts, casinos, stadiums, and tourism operations often need to fill roles quickly, sometimes dozens at a time, while still ensuring every hire supports their service excellence standards, company culture, and guest experience expectations. That’s where two commonly confused […]
Read moreNot long ago, staffing in hospitality felt demanding but manageable. You posted a role, called a few people, leaned on word of mouth, and usually had a shortlist before service was at risk. Now it can feel as if every schedule is built on sand: chronic vacancies, last-minute call-outs, burned-out […]
Read moreIf your restaurant, hotel, or service operation has ever lost a manager right before a busy season, you already know hospitality recruiting doesn’t behave like “normal” corporate recruiting. Your leaders are guest‑facing and schedule‑critical, so every vacancy hits service, morale, and revenue almost immediately. The employers struggling the most are […]
Read morePicture the last time a general manager, executive chef, or front office leader resigned with almost no notice. You scrambled to post the role, asked other managers to stretch their weeks, watched overtime climb, and hoped the right résumé appeared before guest scores slipped. In restaurants and hotels, that kind […]
Read moreEvery hire in hospitality shows up in three places: your profit and loss reports (P&L), your guest reviews, and your brand’s reputation. This is especially true in luxury hospitality environments, from luxury hotels and private clubs to large restaurant groups; leaders directly influence guest experiences, operational stability, and long-term profitability. […]
Read moreHotel management hiring plays a defining role in the success of any hotel, from independent boutique properties to large hotel chains. Unlike hourly hospitality staffing, hiring a hotel manager or general manager means selecting leaders who directly influence hotel operations, staff motivation, and the consistency of the guest experience across […]
Read moreCulinary recruitment is fundamentally different from hiring for most restaurant positions. Recruiting for positions like Executive Chef or Pastry Chef means selecting leaders who will influence menu development, food safety, kitchen culture, and long-term performance across the entire restaurant. These hires impact far more than daily service, as they shape […]
Read moreHiring in the hospitality industry has become more complex, more competitive, and more visible than ever before. From executive chefs and general managers to senior leaders overseeing operations and guest experience, hospitality organizations are under constant pressure to secure the right talent quickly, without compromising candidate quality, company culture, or […]
Read moreNauman C. says he really appreciates Darryl’s dedication and hard work!As you know, the macro-economic environment is murky, and in my thirty years in this hospitality industry I have not seen such an unpredictable job market environment in this advanced AI era, even more challenging to find the right recruiting firm who could help you to find the right fit, which would bring you closer to your personal and professional goals. I have worked several recruiting firms throughout my career, but I have never found a job through any of them but I must say; PATRICE & ASSOCIATES is a unique recruiting firm, I have never experienced such a personal touch with one on one treatment with dignity, care and respect. The person who made it all happen is DARRYL JACKSON, what a great person to work with, down to earth, great communicator, articulate and very well organized. He never left me alone in this whole recruiting process, from resume building to coaching, motivating and encouraging me to embrace new ways of thinking and leading to emerge stronger throughout the whole process of recruitment. His demonstrating leadership through coaching & developing, building relationships along with modeling a role model, executing inspiring behavior helped us to achieve our common goal, and his noble and high minded approach made an impact to help me not just finding a job but also a great organization, where I can build my great career and future ahead.
I really appreciate Darryl’s dedication and hard work, who worked tirelessly long hours even though non-stop over the weekends to get the job done. I’m very grateful and thankful for the entire organization, who made me feel as a valued client by caring through their act of integrity and compassion.
Thank you so much!
With Kindest Regards,
Nauman C.
Paul T. says that Darryl was a true professional!Darryl Jackson was a true professional to work with throughout the career finding process. Darryl was informative, considerate and confidential during the discussions to determine an appropriate position based upon my career aspirations and experience. Communications were punctual, the overall timeline of finding the right opportunity to the close of the offer letter was prompt.
Thank you, Darryl, for your diligence and support.
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!”
