Independent Restaurant Focused

All Positions | BOH + FOH | Hourly & Salaried

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Created by the industry, for the industry.

What makes our heartbeat?&nbsp

I created Mis en Place in 2003 after working as a General Manager in some of Philadelphia’s best restaurants. I understand the challenge of keeping a team fully staffed.

The hospitality industry has a history of high turnover. Chefs, GM’s, and Owners are often forced to spend valuable time and money on hiring and retention rather than focusing on what they love: cooking, creating menus, happy guests, and filled seats.

What’s in our secret sauce? We love what we do! MEP’s approach to finding and screening candidates in the hospitality industry is thorough. We have figured out how to make recruiting affordable and efficient.

We are industry professionals with a talented eye for finding the best individuals and those rare gems.

About us

Connecting talent with opportunity

Mis en Place is a nationally recognized recruiting firm focused on the independent restaurant space.

Why Clients Love Us

- - Compensation and incentive guidance
  - Customized recruitment strategies
  - Industry-specific talent pool
  - Unlimited placements per role
  - No-call / No-show candidates blocked
  - Pause/restart your search as needed
  - Access to thousands of candidates
  - Created by the industry for the industry

Candidate Profiling

We profile candidates using our (4) four-point matching system.

- - Position
  - Compensation
  - Expertise
  - Qualities

Search Strategy

We use our (4) four-point search strategy to find the perfect candidates.

- - Proprietary MEP Database search (25K+ qualified applicants)
  - Grass-roots word-of-mouth
  - Social media marketing
  - Job Board Syndication (we syndicate to 36 job boards)

Candidate Sources

Clients love us

1/2 the average in-house recruiting cost
10+ hours time saved per hire
6x increase in candidates

Testimonials

“Tonya (Mis en Place) has been a huge asset to WSC and our new projects since before we opened over a year ago. She has helped us land critical hires in both management and line level in both BOH and FOH. I recommend her highly.”

Branden McRill

Founder & Managing Partner, Walnut Street Cafe

“I’ve worked with Tonya (Mis en Place) for almost nine years. She’s as important to us today as she’s ever been in the past. She gets my full support.”

Greg Dodge

Principal, Zavino Hospitality Group

Tria has been in business for over 15 years. Not sure why we waited so long – Tonya has made our searches for chef and management talent much easier and more effective. Highly recommend.

Jon Myerow

Owner, Tria Inc.

With a wealth of operational knowledge, Tonya (Mis en Place) understands the intricacies of the hospitality industry and works diligently to secure her clients the best candidates possible. Highly recommended.

Seth Kligerman

GM Candidate & Placement

Our Services

Match your needs to the service that’s right for you

Details

Industry Stats

It’s not a question of whether or not you can staff your own restaurant. We know you can. It’s really about managing the hiring process. Are the candidates you find talented and a good fit? Are people responding to your ads and showing up to their interviews? Is the time and money you’re investing in the hiring process paying off?

National Average Tenure (days) - Hourly Restaurant Employee

National Average Tenure (days) - Salaried Restaurant Employee

National Percentage of Restaurant Owners that say staffing is their biggest time suck

Our Portfolio

News and Information

We produce restaurant and hospitality-focused content to help you be successful

Effective Strategies for Employee Referral Programs in Restaurants

by Sheldon | Apr 15, 2024

Abstract: Employee referral programs are valuable and cost-effective for restaurants to attract high-quality candidates. Leveraging the existing employee network to source potential hires reduces recruitment costs and ensures a better cultural fit and higher retention...

Best Practices for Onboarding Restaurant Employees

by Sheldon | Mar 7, 2024

Abstract: Effective onboarding plays a crucial role in the success and retention of restaurant employees. This comprehensive guide outlines the best practices for onboarding new hires in a restaurant setting. It covers essential steps such as pre-boarding preparation,...

Restaurant Staffing Strategies: How to Attract and Retain Top Talent

by Sheldon | Feb 16, 2024

Abstract: This report explores the crucial aspect of effective restaurant staffing strategies, focusing on how restaurants can attract and retain top talent in a competitive industry. A skilled and dedicated workforce is essential for maintaining exceptional customer...