Isaac Stewart

Executive Recruiter & Franchise Owner Patrice & Associates Food & Beverage Consultant @Patrice and Associates Franchising LLC

Atlanta, GA, US

As an Executive Recruiter and Franchise Owner with Patrice & Associates, I specialize in connecting top-tier hospitality and restaurant talent with leading employers across the U.S. Leveraging my deep industry knowledge and extensive network, I help companies attract the leadership they need to grow and succeed. I focus on both corporate and independent restaurant groups, hotels, and foodservice brands, supporting placements from mid-level management to C-suite roles.In addition to recruiting, I maintain an active consulting practice, partnering with hospitality and entertainment businesses to optimize food and beverage operations. From menu engineering and cost control to operational assessments and team development, I deliver actionable strategies that drive profitability and guest satisfaction.Core Focus Areas:Executive and management recruiting (hospitality & restaurant sectors)Franchise operations and business developmentTalent strategy and employer brandingFood & beverage consulting and operational optimizationMenu development, labor systems, and cost controlLeadership coaching and team training

Professional Bartenders School

Certified Bartender

Florida Atlantic University

Certificate Program, Hospitality & Tourism Management

Davidson College

Bachelor of Arts - BA

Ciccerone Certification Program

Level 1 Ciccerone

Court of Master Sommeliers

Level 1 Sommelier

California Culinary Academy

Culinary Degree/ACF Certified Culinarian

Illy Caffe's Coffee University

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SDA Bocconi

Master, Fine Food and Beverage