If 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 more“WHAT WERE WE THINKING?!?” Hindsight is always 20/20 but in the world of recruitment, this usually happens when we think we just hired the the best talent with the perfect fit for our company, and then we get disappointed with their performance, early leave or termination. Sometimes, what appears to be […]
Read moreEdward F. says Patricia treated him with professionalism and kindness.Edward F. says Patricia treated him with professionalism and kindness.
Before working with Patrice & Associates, I was looking for the right opportunity that aligned with my experience in hospitality operations, leadership, and training. I wanted a position where I could continue growing professionally while finding a company and culture that felt like the right long-term fit. From the very first minute Patricia Mayorca spoke with me, she was absolutely amazing. She immediately created a positive and genuine connection that made me feel comfortable and
confident in the process. Patricia took the time to truly understand my background, my goals, and what I was looking for in my next role. Her communication was excellent throughout every step, and she consistently followed up, offered guidance, and made sure I was well prepared. What stood out most was the way she treated me with professionalism, kindness, and sincere
encouragement. Thanks to Patricia and the Patrice & Associates team, I am excited to begin a new opportunity that I believe is a great match for my skills and career goals. I’m especially excited about joining a new organization where I can contribute my leadership experience, continue developing teams, and make a positive impact from day one. I truly appreciate the outstanding support I received, and I would absolutely recommend Patricia and Patrice & Associates to anyone looking for a recruiter who genuinely cares about their success.Warm regards,
Edward Fernandez
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!”
