Welcome to Patrice & Associates of

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With over 125 offices and 350 recruiters in the US and Canada, we have connections that build rewarding careers and grow great brands. Our franchisees and recruiters are here for you without boundary restrictions! Want to move to another state? Want to hire managers throughout North America? We are unique in that our franchisees can work the entire country while offering you one point of contact for all your needs whether you want to hire managers or look for a job in multiple states.

Our clients include nationwide and local restaurants, hotels, retail and grocery chains, assisted living facilities, hospitals, airport concourse outlets, spas, catering and wedding venues, casinos, companies that hire sales and customer service representatives and much more.

Patrice & Associates is the largest and most successful hospitality and retail Executive Search firm in North America and has been in business for more than 25 years. Over these years, we have honed our methods that make us stand apart from our competition.

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Why Patrice & Associates?

For Our Employers

We do what other firms say they "do” but “don't". We specialize in making recruiting calls to competing concepts sourcing people that aren’t responding to internet ads.
With unemployment lower than it’s been in decades, it’s a candidate’s market. As your staffing partner we can “sell” your brand resulting in more candidates to interview.
One point of Contact through our National Account Program serving all locations in North America.
Higher Quality Candidates by leveraging 25+ years of networking plus over 300 recruiters talking to candidates every day.
Our Clients call us the Gold Standard in Executive Search.

For Our Job Seekers

If you think it’s time to make a move don’t waste another minute! We have a 25+ year reputation for making great matches that are a win-win for both the employer and employee.
Finding your next career move can be a full-time job, but no worries, we make it a lot easier and even fun. We will steer you throughout the process for free.
We provide up-to-date information on the job market in your area, the hottest jobs and the best companies to work for.
Whether you know exactly what you want – or don’t have a clue about the next position or salary you could command, we can help.
We want you to win and enjoy the process. Your success is our success.

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What Clients Say About Patrice & Associates

Ed Liedke is amazing to work with!
He asked questions about my career preferences to find me the best opportunity out there. Ed Leidke provided the best practices to guide me through the hiring process and nail the interviews. I would definitely encourage others to utilize his expertise to find the career of their dreams.

Thank you Ed!

Dusty
Ed Liedke is amazing to work with!
Ed Carroll was an absolute JOY to work with!
Our initial call was extremely casual which made me so much more comfortable talking with him. He stayed in touch and updated me for every step of the hiring process. He placed me with a company that is a great fit for both parties. I could not have asked for a better experience!
Thank you, Ed and Patrice and Associates!

Beyond Thankful,

Rebecca M.
Ed Carroll was an absolute JOY to work with!
Pradnya Kulkarni was a pleasure to work with

She was very patient with me and always very informative. She always seemed to be in great spirits when I talked to her on the phone witch encouraged me to keep going. She did such an awesome job! Highly recommend.

Many thanks,

Henry T.
Pradnya Kulkarni was a pleasure to work with
Working along with Carlie Knauer was a pleasure!
Carlie was always very helpful in assisting with finding my new current job! She is a hard working professional that maintained contact with me throughout the entire process and provided me great guidance all together. Thank you, Carlie!

Kind regards, Isabella
Bruce Leininger is TOP NOTCH!
He is nothing short of a true asset to Patrice & Associates! Your company should clone him!!

Thank you

Dave Morrison
Bruce Leininger is TOP NOTCH!