My experience with Patrice & Associates was phenomenal…my experience right from the get go with my recruiter Jeff Firestone was very personable and he was spot on in finding me a company that fit my professional and personal life perfectly. Jeff made the transition to my the next step in […]
Read moreHilton Worldwide announced last week that it plans to open 500 new restaurants worldwide in the next three years, with a specific emphasis on quick serves. Up to a quarter of these restaurants will be within the company’s U.S. hotels. QSR spoke to Beth Scott, vice president of food and […]
Read moreAway-from-home soup and salad purchases are on the rise, as consumers seek light, healthy and affordable fare. A variety of portion sizes featuring soup/salad options on different areas of the menu allows consumers to tailor their meal specifically to their needs. Whether it’s a cup or bowl, side or entree, […]
Read moreSteve Jobs lived an incredible life and his innovative way of thinking has affected the lives of everyone world-wide. He had struggled, been successful,been rich, failed, been fired from his own company, built another businesss,rehired by Apple and continued to take technology to limits no one else dreamed. Some have […]
Read moreAs one of the largest hospitality recruiting agencies, we have our finger on the pulse of industry trends. What we are seeing are more and more concepts opening new restaurant locations nationwide. This is great news and shows not only growth but industry stability. The nation’s 960,000 restaurants will continue […]
Read moreI was recently at the International Franchise Expo in Washington DC and there are many new concepts opening. This is yet another great sign indicating continuing growth for the hospitality industry. There were concepts from Korean Burgers to Sushi to Grilled Cheese! Does this video represent a future trend for […]
Read more“Praise the Baby Cheezuz,” cried out the American radio presenter Toby Knapp like a voice in the darkness, wandering through the wilderness. “We have at last found our savior, the messiah has come, with artificial flavors, carbohydrates and more! Now we will find peace and love for all mankind, and […]
Read moreThis report is no surprise to us as we have seen an increase in companies hiring restaurant managers and opening new restaurant locationsl Nearly three-in-ten employers (28 percent) reported they hired full-time, permanent employees in the first quarter of 2011, the highest since the first quarter of 2008, according to […]
Read moreAt Patrice & Associates, we are not only recruiters we are Career Coaches. We help candidates be prepared for the tough questions they are likely to encounter during an interview. Having a great background is what gets a you to the interview, answering questions and “selling” yourself is what gets you […]
Read moreRegina E. says that Alex Pomponio was truly a blessing!I just want to say that I am beyond pleased with my experience with Alex!!! She was AMAZING, she has been by my side this entire time!! Helping me, encouraging me, when I was doubting myself!!!! Honestly, I wish she was closer to me!!! I would absolutely LOVE to actually meet her!! Not only did she help me get the job, but I also felt like I gained a friend!!! She is a blessing to me! I honestly think, without her, I wouldn’t have actually gotten the job opportunity!! And I am super excited because I start orientation this coming Monday!!! I truly appreciate everything that Alex has helped me with!!!
Regina E.
Alex P. said that Alex Pomponio was helpful, patient and intuitiveAlexandra was honestly very helpful and courteous, beginning with the initial conversation all the way to me taking the new job. She was very helpful, incredibly patient, and intuitive when it came to helping me decide. She’s an asset to your company and hopefully you will keep her for a long time.
Tamara Young says that Alex Pomponio was supportive and professionalAlexandra was incredibly helpful in landing my role as an HR Employee Relations Manager. She took the time to understand not only my experience in human resources but also my specific strengths in employee relations, conflict resolution, and policy compliance, within the hospitality industry. She connected me with a company whose values aligned with my own and where my skills could truly make an impact. Throughout the process, Alex provided valuable insights into the organization’s culture, leadership expectations, and current employee relations landscape, which allowed me to prepare strategically for each interview. Her consistent communication and encouragement helped build my confidence and ultimately contributed to a successful outcome.
Alex was very supportive and professional. However, we were also able to align on a personal level as I had some challenges. Nonetheless, she effortlessly listened and offered assistance which made this process even more efficient.
Not only have I acquired the career of my dreams, but I’ve also gained a respectable peer in the HR/recruiting sector. I am forever grateful for my experience with Alexandra Pomponio, on behalf of Patrice and Associates.
Scott T. says that the recruiting space needs more professionals like Alex Pomponio!From the moment Alex reached out to me on a Sunday, having found me on LinkedIn for a role that was an absolutely perfect fit, I knew I was working with someone special. She was proactive, thoughtful, and impressively attuned to what I was looking for. I responded immediately, and from that point on, the experience only got better.
Alex’s level of professionalism is something rarely seen in today’s workplace. Her communication was detailed, thorough, and exceptionally responsive, often immediate. If she didn’t have an answer, she tracked it down and got back to me in record time. That kind of follow-through builds instant trust.
What truly set Alex apart was her energy and authenticity. She brought a positive yet realistic approach to every interaction and served as both a coach and a guide throughout the entire process. Her attention to detail was extraordinary, and her dedication never wavered.
I’ve worked with many internal and external recruiters during my job search, and I can say without hesitation that Alex is in a league of her own. While I was ultimately selected for the role she introduced me to, I have no doubt that had things gone differently, Alex would have continued to offer support and guidance through to the very end. She doesn’t disappear when the job is done, she shows up, again and again.
Working with Alex has also given me renewed faith in recruiters and the hiring process as a whole, something that’s become increasingly difficult to find in today’s landscape. The industry needs more professionals like Alex.
With much gratitude,
Scott T.
Providence, RI
Olga S. loved working with Alex Pomponio!Working with Alex on the recruiting process has been one of the best I’ve ever experienced.
She was professional throughout the qualifying process, not only interested in finding the best candidate for her client, but making sure the position was a good fit for me as well.
Once it was established that I could be a possible candidate, she made sure the interview process went smoothly. She also assisted with the preparation of the offer letter.
Overall, I loved working with Alex, and if needed, I would trust she would find the best candidates for me and the company I work for.
