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    Contact Us With A Need

    We personally get to know your needs and learn more about your company so we can find the right candidate.

    We Screen Candidates

    We are selective with candidates that reach out to us, and there are very strict criteria to be considered a Hospitality Headhunter Direct Hire Candidate.

    We Source Candidates

    We source only the very best candidates and put them in front of you. If we put someone in front of you, it’s someone we would hire ourselves.

    You Hire

    You decide to hire or not to hire, no strings attached.

    Our Promise

    You get one of the very best guarantees in the industry.

    Specializing In

    Executive Chef Recruitment

    Hospitality Headhunter specializes in recruiting Executive Chefs and Sous Chefs, connecting businesses with exceptional culinary talent in the hospitality industry. Whether you’re managing a boutique hotel, a luxury resort, or a high-demand restaurant, having the right kitchen leadership is essential for delivering outstanding dining experiences, maintaining smooth kitchen operations, and driving profitability.
     
    Our recruitment service is tailored to meet the unique challenges of the culinary world. We focus on finding Executive Chefs and Sous Chefs who possess the ideal combination of culinary expertise, leadership skills, and a deep passion for creating exceptional dishes. These roles are the heart of your kitchen, responsible for menu creation, staff training, and overseeing daily culinary operations.
     
    At Hospitality Headhunter, we leverage our industry knowledge and extensive network to attract top-tier culinary talent. Our recruiters take the time to understand your specific needs, kitchen culture, and long-term goals, ensuring we present candidates who are not only highly skilled but also a strong cultural fit.
     
    Our rigorous selection process includes in-depth interviews, reference checks, and culinary skill assessments, ensuring that the chefs we recommend have the expertise and leadership qualities needed to excel in their roles. Partner with Hospitality Headhunter to access a pool of talented Executive and Sous Chefs who can elevate your kitchen to new heights.
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    Why Choose Us

    Our Success Depends On These Core Concepts

    Fast Hiring Process

    We place the right candidate for your needs in a quick and efficient manner.

    Low Fees

    We value your business as well as your budget.  Our fee structure is much lower than most recruiting agencies.  We’re able to keep our fees low because our recruiting team works directly for the company, therefore franchisee and royalty fees aren’t passed on to the client.

    Placement In Any Market

    We have the ability to source candidates in any market in the United States from coast to coast.

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    30 Years of Experience

    With over 30 years of experience in hiring the right candidates we can find the right person for you.

    Targeted Candidate Pool

    We make sure to thoroughly understand your needs before sourcing candidates to ensure you get custom tailored applicants.

    Discrete Services

    Whether you’re an employee looking to establish yourself with a great company, or a great company looking for the very best leader, the process is discrete and completely confidential.  We don’t publish the companies that we recruit for, but we do recruit for some of the very best companies in the restaurant and hospitality industry.

    Our Founder

    Kelly Kuhlmann

    Kelly Kuhlmann is Founder and Chief Recruiting Partner of Hospitality Headhunter. Kelly has over 30 years in the Restaurant and Hospitality Industry at all levels, and has been one of the Largest Restaurant Franchisees in the United States.

    Having been one of the largest Restaurant Franchisee’s in the United States, Kelly personally has the experience in sourcing and hiring the very best talent at all levels. From the Restaurant Manager level to the CEO, the right leader makes all the difference.

    Recruiting the best people today is different than it was even just a couple of years ago, and we know how to find and attract the “A Players”. Kelly believes that surrounding yourself with the very best talent is key to building a winning organization.

    You have a need, we find the talent.

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