Permanent Placement for Executive Chef, Director of Food & Beverage, Sous Chef & Outlet Leaders

Permanent Placement for Executive Chef, Director of Food & Beverage, Sous Chef & Outlet Leaders

Included in HR Recruitment Support

We provide end-to-end recruitment and placement for hotels and multi-unit hospitality groups needing vetted, high-performing leadership.—-

Hiring the right F&B leader requires more than resume screening. Hotels need candidates who understand volume, labor, brand standards, culinary execution, and financial accountability.LARIEN™ provides HR teams with professional recruitment support designed specifically for food & beverage leadership roles — at a predictable, flat fee. We conduct candidate sourcing, structured interviews, finalist presentation, and onboarding guidance so your leadership team can focus on operations while we manage the recruitment process.Ideal for Hotels experiencing turnover, leadership gaps, performance decline, or rapid growth requiring experienced F&B talent.

  • Every property is different. We begin by clarifying the role based on:
    • Outlet count
    • Banquet volume
    • Union or non-union structure
    • Brand standards
    • Labor model
    • Reporting expectations

    We refine or rewrite the job description to reflect the competencies your hotel truly needs.

  • We target talent with proven backgrounds in:
    Hilton · Marriott · Hyatt · Lifestyle Brands · Resorts · High-Volume Culinary Operations

    Sourcing includes passive candidates, hospitality networks, and professional platforms.

  • We assess:
    • Leadership capability
    • Culinary or beverage technical skillset
    • Labor and scheduling competency
    • Financial understanding (COGS, forecasting)
    • Operational execution experience
    • Health Department & EcoSure readiness
    • Team culture fit

    You only meet vetted finalists.

  • Your leadership team receives:
    • 2–4 finalist profiles
    • Interview summaries
    • Role alignment assessment
    • Strengths & development opportunities
    • Compensation guidance

    This reduces interview fatigue and speeds selection.

  • We assist HR and the GM with:
    • Compensation structure
    • Bonus/incentive considerations
    • Start date alignment
    • Transition planning

  • We provide a 30-Day Onboarding Framework, including:
    • First-week integration plan
    • Labor structure review checklist
    • Menu/systems transition outline
    • Priority focus areas
    • Weekly touchpoint structure

    A supported onboarding phase increases retention and performance.

HR Recruitment Support

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No — we supplement HR with specialized culinary and F&B recruitment expertise.

  • We recruit hospitality leadership across hotels, resorts, restaurants, and campus environments.

  • Typically 2–6 weeks depending on level and location.

  • Optional 30–60 day replacement guarantee (customizable).

  • Yes — optional for Executive Chef & CDC candidates.

  • Yes — discreet searches are common, especially when replacing current leadership.

Pricing & Scheduling

LARIEN™ provides HR departments with a predictable, budget-friendly recruitment model designed specifically for hotel food & beverage leadership roles. Unlike traditional agencies that charge 20–30% of annual salary, we offer one flat fee that covers sourcing, interviewing, shortlisting, and onboarding support.

  • A 50% deposit is required to begin the search.

    No commissions. No salary percentage. No long-term contract.
    The fee is determined by role complexity, outlet count, union requirements, and expected volume.

  • ✔ Customized job description & role alignment
    ✔ Candidate sourcing & pre-qualification
    ✔ First-round structured interviews (conducted by LARIEN™)
    ✔ Technical evaluation (culinary, labor, operations competence)
    ✔ 4–6 Curated, Qualified Candidates

    You receive a carefully vetted shortlist — not a mass list — ensuring each candidate meets operational, leadership, and cultural criteria.

    ✔ 2–3 Structured Interview Rounds

    Our process includes:
    • Round 1 — Screening & Leadership Assessment
    • Round 2 — Technical/Operational Evaluation
    • Optional Round 3 — Scenario-Based or GM/Ownership Fit Review

    These rounds ensure you only meet candidates who are genuinely qualified.

    ✔ Completed Candidate Recruitment Profile (Finalists Only)

    Each finalist is delivered with a fully documented profile including:

    • Work history summary
    • Strengths & development areas
    • Leadership style analysis
    • Behavioral notes
    • Technical skill rating
    • Cultural fit assessment
    • Recommended onboarding focus

    This profile is formatted for HR and the General Manager so both departments receive the same structured information.

    ✔ Interview Notes + Evaluation Rubric

    All assessments are consistent and aligned with hospitality performance metrics.

    ✔ 30-Day Onboarding Support

    We assist with expectation alignment, role clarification, and early performance guidance.

    ✔ Replacement Guarantee (90 Days)

    Reduced rehire fees:
    After 90 days, standard recruitment pricing applies.

    • Our recruitment process is designed to be efficient, structured, and predictable for hotel HR leaders.

    • Discovery & Job Alignment

    • 1–3 business days
      We review your job description, property profile, outlet structure, and operational needs.

    • Candidate Sourcing & Screening

    • 1–2 weeks
      Targeted outreach begins immediately. Candidates are screened through structured interviews.

    • Finalist Shortlist Delivery

    • Within 10–21 days
      HR receives 2–4 vetted finalists with scorecards and role-fit assessments.

    • Hotel Interview Scheduling

    • 1 week average
      Your leadership team interviews only the finalists.

    • Offer Coordination

    • 24–72 hours
      We assist in structuring the offer and confirming candidate acceptance.

    • Onboarding Support

    • 30 days
      We provide a structured plan for the new leader’s first month, including operational checkpoints and integration priorities.

  • For properties with urgent vacancies, an accelerated search can be initiated.
    Additional fee: $750

    Timeline: 7–10 days for finalist delivery (market-dependent).

  • ✔ Predictable, transparent cost structure
    ✔ Significantly lower than agency pricing
    ✔ Reduces workload for HR and GMs
    ✔ Interviewing handled by a hospitality operator, not a generalist recruiter
    ✔ Better operational alignment = better long-term hires
    ✔ Onboarding support increases retention
    ✔ Designed specifically for hotels, not generic corporate recruiting

Make your next hire a long-term investment, not a risk.

Need Reliable Leadership? Let’s Find the Right Fit. We offer flat-fee recruitment for culinary and F&B management—interviewing, screening, and onboarding support included.

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