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About Jaclynn Graybill

Jackie is originally from a small town in Tennessee but has had the privilege of traveling all over the world and has been exposed to all kinds of different cultures and backgrounds. She knows first-hand that America is the melting pot of the world and finds joy in helping people from all walks of life find what makes them happy. She is married and has two furbabies that were rescued from Ukraine and Guam.

In her free time when she is not guiding candidates to amazing jobs or finding her clients reliable top-tier talent for their businesses, she can be found with the wind whipping through her hair on her 2007 Dyna Wide Glide Harley Davidson.

Her degree in Hospitality Management and her desire to help people along with her experience after 22 years in the United States Air Force has given her the ability to understand the industry with eyes wide open. Her job as a Talent Acquisition Manager in the Air Force has refined her skills to be able to locate and recognize great talent. She knows what it means to serve not only our nation but also our communities. She cant wait to meet you and help you create your next best life.

After over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, we know what it means to serve and as an Air Force veteran and Army spouse, I know how difficult it can be to find a job when you must move constantly.

For our candidates, don’t worry, we are there for you no matter where you go. With over 175 offices and 350 recruiters in the US and Canada as well as a proprietary database of candidates, jobs, and unmatched industry intelligence, we can help you find the job that is perfect for you. Let us coach you to a fulfilling career. Your success is our success.

For our clients, we know it take a lot of time and effort to find good staff. While working with us you can be rest assured that we are bring you the highest quality candidates. We do this by leveraging our unique tools and our amazing network of recruiters while still offering you one single point of contact. Our clients include restaurants, hotels, retail and grocery chains, assisted living facilities, hospitals, airport concourse outlets, spas, catering and wedding venues, casinos, as well we Human resources, accountants, and much more.

At Patrice and Associates our core values of respect, excellence, service, and teamwork encompass our being. We are the largest and most successful hospitality and retail executive search firm in North American and our service is unmatched. We are excited to start your next journey with you.

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Together we’ll go for GREAT and we’ll get you to GREAT. Your…next career leap starts and ends here.

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.

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For Employers

  • You have a partner who will make the recruiting calls you can’t. Let us pick up the phone and discreetly find your GREAT team member. The one who doesn’t respond to internet ads.
  • You have a brand advocate in a challenging employment market. What others say about you is powerful, so let us do the talking and sell your brand.
  • You have a dedicated Patrice & Associates Pro who can work anywhere. Have multiple positions to fill in multiple locations? Your life just got easier.
  • You have access to higher-quality candidates. GREAT future team members aren’t searching for jobs. They’re working the jobs they have. Let us find your that all-star.
  • You can count on discerning, discrete executive search. Clients call us the Gold Standard because they value our services and the way we work.

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For Job Seekers

  • Why waste another minute, make that career move. Your dream job may be on one of our Patrice & Associate Pro’s desk. Curious?
  • Let’s make finding that GREAT position fun, easy, and no risk. That’s what people say about working with us. They get the right guidance to land that job they could never have gotten on their own… for FREE!
  • Get up-to-date job market information in your area. Discover the best companies to work for, the hottest jobs, and the opportunities available. It’s insider info tailored just for you.
  • Get the guidance you need to figure out how to get to GREAT. You may not know exactly the path, the position, or the salary level. No worries, let us provide clarity.

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Check out our current job listings. There are thousands and one might be GREAT for you!

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About Patrice & Associates

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?

Tom Schmitt was the greatest help!

Tom Schmitt contacted me on behalf of my employer and helped me every step of the way. He even helped me organize my resume! After having contact with my employer he called and checked on me through the whole application and interviewing process! He is nothing short of amazing!!
Many thanks,
Michelle Gregory

Hospitality Recruiters Make the Best Match for You in Your Next Job!

Tom Schmitt was nothing but more than professional and courteous to me.  He originally contacted me about a company looking for a General Manager.  I was employed at the time, but not very happy in my situation.  Tom talked to me in great detail in regards to the position he had.  After careful consideration, I decided to pursue the opportunity.  He helped me create a more professional resume to present to the company.  He communicated to me on a daily basis as I went through the interview process.  I was eventually given an offer for the General Manager position.  I can honestly say that without Tom's help, I would still be in an unhappy job.   Thank you,   Roy Riddle     What kinds of jobs does a Hospitality Recruitment Specialist have for me?
Nicole, inTom Schmitt's office,  truly made the application and interview process very easy. Nicole was with me every step of the way, kept me  very focused on moving forward as well as gave me uplifting words daily. I can truly say that Nicole's guidance help me land the position I was going after!   Jennifer Reed
Tom was great to work with. He kept me informed and worked thru issues timely. He coached me for my interviews ensuring that my potential employers concerns were forefront for conversation. Should I happen to encounter someone looking to improve the employment circumstance, I will happily send them Tom’s way. Jor’l Campbell

I had been searching for a restaurant management opportunity for about 4 weeks and had very little luck.  I couldn't seem to find the "right" position or find the "right"person to help me.  Then I came across the ad from Patrice and Associates recruiting for a kitchen manager for one of their clients.  So I completed another application, submitted my resume and waited.

To my surprise, I received a phone call the next morning from Tom Schmitt, a recruiter with Patrice and Associates about an opportunity for a kitchen manager.  Tom provided great details about the position, and the company.  He asked questions about me as a potential employee and also about what interest me outside of work.  He told me he would submit my resume and he believed I would be a great fit. 3 weeks later, I am in training with this concept and thoroughly enjoy every aspect of it. Tom was right.....it is a great fit!  By using his personal knowledge of the restaurant business and his contacts gained over 20 plus years, he is a great recruiter. Theresa Coker
To my surprise, I received a phone call the next morning from Tom Schmitt ...

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