A recruiting firm founder knows a new job can change everything — even for her franchisees. Back in 1989, after having worked as a pet store owner, a caterer and the first female captain on the Chesapeake Bay, Patrice Rice realized something: Any given restaurant needs five to seven managers, […]
Read moreNation’s Leading Talent Acquisition Firm Serving the Hospitality Industry Celebrates Outstanding Growth and Successes Among its Team of Franchisees and Regional Developers DUNKIRK, Md. – Patrice & Associates, the nation’s leading talent acquisition firm that specializes in the hospitality industry, celebrated system-wide growth and several franchisees and regional developers at […]
Read moreYou perfected your resume, reached out to employers, and finally landed an interview. Now what? Getting ready for an interview can be one of the most stressful steps in the job seeking process. It’s your first and potentially only opportunity to make a lasting impression with a great company. […]
Read moreHow the First Female Captain of the Chesapeake Bay Grew the Largest Hospitality Recruiting Franchise I’m the founder and CEO of Patrice & Associates, a national recruiting franchise that specializes in the hospitality sector with more than 500 national clients. My company is the gold standard in restaurant recruiting, […]
Read moreRecent Testimonials about our hardworking and dedicated Franchisees and Recruiters: I am writing to express my gratitude for Jenna Bakondy at Patrice & Associates. I was contacted by Jenna as she found an opportunity that seemed like a good fit for my career. Jenna was a total professional with high […]
Read moreThe Elevator Pitch: An Important Professional Tool Making a career move can be difficult. One of the most common things job seekers struggle with is finding a way to catch the eye of potential employers. Often times, it can feel almost impossible to stand out among a sea of […]
Read moreDo You Really Know How to Work with a Recruiter? We are Career Coaches who help you find a job for free! Have you ever been frustrated when a recruiter doesn’t call you back? The following information will help you set realistic expectations and hopefully obtain better results. It’s […]
Read moreRecent Testimonials About our Talented, Hardworking Franchisees: “Ken Welch was attentive and enthusiastic from our first conversation. I wasn’t really sure when I listened to his voicemail where he was from. When returning the call I was hesitant for taking up his time I was not really interested at […]
Read moreCulture within the Workplace: Every day is a new adventure when it comes to restaurant management recruiting, and every day I speak with numerous leaders seeking new career opportunities. Through these talks, I learn about the shared passions, goals, and desires of leaders in restaurant industry. It is an […]
Read moreLou F. says that Farihah Ahmed made all the difference!“Finding the right fit took time but working with Farihah Ahmed made all the difference. Her communication, coaching, patience, and attention to detail are unmatched. She kept me informed every step of the way and never lost sight of the goal. Thanks to her, I’m now in a role where I get to help build an amazing company and do what I love. She will absolutely be my first call when building a future management team.”
Thank You,
Lou. F
Ruben O. says that Farihah is dedicated and really cares!Working with Farihah was truly a fantastic experience from start to finish. She was incredibly easy to work with; always approachable, professional, and genuinely invested in my success. What stood out the most was her responsiveness; she consistently kept me informed throughout the process and was quick to answer any questions I had.
Before my interview, she took the time to walk me through what to expect and helped me feel thoroughly prepared. That support made a real difference in my confidence in going into the interview. She also checked in with me afterward to see how everything went, which really showed her dedication and care. I truly appreciated her thoughtful guidance and hands-on approach. I’d highly recommend Farihah to anyone looking for a recruiter who goes the extra mile.
Thanks again, Farihah was truly great!
Regards,
Ruben
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!”
