Welcome to Patrice & Associates South Bay — your trusted Fremont, Tri-Valley, and Bay Area recruiting and staffing partner.
We specialize in helping restaurants, hospitality groups, and businesses across Fremont, Newark, Union City, Milpitas, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton, and the greater Bay Area hire top managers, chefs, and leaders who deliver results and stay for the long run.
About Pragya Paramita Khan
With a background in biotechnology, business, and workforce development, I bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills into recruiting. This allows me to match employers with candidates who not only fit the role but also align with company culture and long-term goals.
My Mission
For employers: shorten hiring timelines, improve retention, and deliver proven candidates ready to make an impact.
For job seekers: connect you with rewarding careers in the Fremont, Tri-Valley, and Bay Area hospitality and business community.
I understand the unique challenges of Bay Area hiring — from talent competition to high turnover. By combining local insights with a nationwide candidate network, Patrice & Associates delivers qualified talent quickly and reliably.
👉 Whether you’re a restaurant owner in Fremont, a hospitality group expanding in Dublin or Pleasanton, or a business building your leadership team in the Bay Area, we’re here to make your next hire easier — and stronger.
Work with us, and you get your own executive search team that understands the importance of goals, vision, needs, fit, and all the intangibles that go into a GREAT executive search match. Executives, gain exclusive access to top companies. Employers and search committees, experience our collaborative approach to discovering exactly the kind of person you’re seeking. That way, Patrice & Associates Pros can effectively identify, recruit and vet the right candidates.
We can’t wait to talk with you! Let our connections be your connections in your area and across North America. Job seekers, Patrice & Associates can find you your next great career move even if you want to move to another city or state.
Employers, let us find you your next great hire! Even if your search is for multiple positions, in multiple cities. One call to this local office and you’re on your way. All without the hassle of managing multiple recruiters or territory restrictions.
Why wait? Get the resources of our national network when you call your local office. We’re ready! Are you?
Chris S. says he highly recommends Pragya Paramita for her exceptional professionalism.Chris S. says he highly recommends Pragya Paramita for her exceptional professionalism.
I highly recommend Pragya Paramita of Patrice and Associates for her exceptional professionalism, strategic insight, and disciplined execution throughout the recruitment process. Pragya distinguished herself by taking a consultative approach—investing time to understand my experience, leadership style, and long-term objectives. She also provided valuable guidance in refining my resume, ensuring it was both targeted and impactful in a competitive market. Her communication was timely, precise, and proactive. She consistently stayed ahead of each stage of the process, providing clarity, alignment, and confidence from initial engagement through final placement. As a result, I secured a management position with Il Fornaio that aligns well with my background and career direction. The achievement was a marked improvement after a month of searching all the major job sites myself with no significant progress. Pragya operates with a high level of professionalism and accountability, and I would strongly recommend her to both organizations and candidates seeking a strategic recruiting partner.
Thank you again,
Chris S.
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!”