Patrice and Associates Franchising Inc
AJ Girardi is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the hospitality and franchise staffing sectors. Currently serving as the Managing Director - Franchise Staffing Partner at Patrice and Associates Franchising Inc since December 2020, AJ has previously held significant roles, including Banquet Manager at Shamin Hotels from September 2018 to December 2020 and General Manager at Flik Hospitality Group from November 1990 to December 2016. AJ also contributed as General Manager at Flik Conference Centers & Hotels between 2012 and 2014. AJ's expertise encompasses financial analysis, team building, staff development, coaching, scheduling, mentoring, training, budgets, customer service, and menu building. AJ holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance/Management from Manhattanville University, earned between 1982 and 1986.
Patrice and Associates Franchising Inc
A nationwide network of recruiters, an immense database of qualified candidates, and over 500 management positions to fill at any one time: Patrice and Associates is the recruiting engine that fuels the hospitality industry. Restaurant jobs, hotels, casinos and every hospitality career in between – we make the connections that build rewarding careers and grow great brands. Founded in 1989, Patrice & Associates works with all facets of the hospitality industry including catering companies, hotel banquet facilities, resorts, private clubs, national chains, local and regional franchises and IT companies that service the hospitality industry. We have positions ranging from operations management to human resource positions to District Management and corporate executive opportunities. We represent many major corporate chains: $4M casual dining companies; $6M - $10M theme casual dining clubs; $4M family style restaurants; companies opening 40 new locations a year; fine dining, fast food, airports, malls and travel plazas nationwide.