Brendan Town

About Brendan Town

From the Saturday night rush of high-volume kitchens to the refined precision of fine dining beverage programs, I’ve spent the last 15 years immersed in the Atlanta hospitality scene. I’ve worked my way through every management style, and I know exactly what it takes to make a restaurant—and a team—succeed.Now, as a Recruiter with Goodwin Recruiting, I’m using my experience in daily floor operations, kitchen management, and backend financials to bridge the gap between world-class talent and the city’s best brands. I don’t just read resumes; I understand the grit, the leadership, and the fiscal responsibility required to thrive in this industry.Whether it’s mastering a beverage program or analyzing a P&L, I’ve been in your shoes. My goal is to use that \"boots on the ground\" perspective to help hospitality professionals find their next career milestone and help owners find the leaders they can trust.Core Expertise- Full-Service & Quick-Service Operations- Beverage Program Development & Management- Kitchen Operations & Staff Training- Backend Financials & Reporting- Atlanta Hospitality Market Specialist

Experience

1. Recruiting Partner

   Goodwin Recruiting

   Mar 2026 — Present

   Specializing in both contingent andretained recruiting for all positionsboth locally and across the UnitedStates. My passion is to matchgreat candidates with the bestposition for them. I work withcandidates and clients as a truepartner, providing extensivesupport to find the right fit for bothsides.If you are an employer seeking top-notchtalent, or a dedicatedprofessional seeking a newposition in your industry — contactme today to learn how I can help.Goodwin Recruiting has beenrecognized as a Forbes BestRecruiting Firm since 2020. Ourcompany was built on service andwe are committed to providingtransparent and personalizedrelationships. Across all businesstypes, from executives tooperators to administrative staff,each Goodwin Recruiting partnerhas an extensive background intheir field of expertise. We speakyour language, we know the ins andouts of recruiting, and we put ourcore values first, establishinggame-changing partnerships withemployers and job seekers alike.

Education

• Etowah High School

  High School Diploma, Cinematography and Film/Video Production

  2004 — 2009