Hire the Right People, the First Time
Stop cycling through bad hires. The Tompkins Group delivers pre-vetted hospitality talent who fit your culture, hit the ground running, and stay. Because we have been where you are.
The hospitality hiring crisis is real
The restaurant industry faces a talent shortage unlike anything in its history. Traditional hiring methods are not keeping up, and the cost of getting it wrong keeps climbing.
75%
Average annual turnover rate in hospitality
54%
Of restaurants report difficulty filling management roles
$5,864
Average cost per bad hire in food service
You cannot afford to keep guessing. The Tompkins Group eliminates the uncertainty with operator-grade vetting and a retention-first approach that breaks the cycle.
Three tiers. Every role. One partner.
Whether you need a single sous chef or an entire opening team, we have the experience and the network to deliver.
Management Recruiting
GMs, Kitchen Managers, FOH Managers, Sous Chefs, AGMs
The leaders who set the tone for your entire operation. We find management talent who build culture, drive revenue, develop teams, and stay for the long haul.
- Deep culture-fit assessment
- Behavioral interview coaching
- 90-day retention support program
- Compensation benchmarking included
Starting at 20% of annual comp
Get StartedExecutive Search
C-Suite, VP of Ops, Corporate Chef, Multi-Unit Directors
Confidential, retained search for the executives who shape your brand. Discreet, thorough, and calibrated to your long-term vision and growth strategy.
- Retained & exclusive engagement
- Board and investor presentation prep
- Executive onboarding roadmap
- 12-month placement guarantee
Custom retainer structure
Get StartedFour steps to your next great hire
Our process is built for speed without sacrificing quality. Here is exactly what happens when you partner with us.
Discovery Call
We start with a deep-dive conversation about your operation, culture, and hiring needs. No forms, no chatbots — just a real conversation with a recruiter who has run restaurants.
Targeted Sourcing
Our operator-recruiters tap into our nationwide talent network, leveraging industry relationships and proprietary sourcing to find candidates who match your exact requirements.
Vetting & Presentation
Every candidate goes through our multi-stage screening: skills assessment, culture-fit evaluation, reference checks, and a detailed candidate profile delivered to you.
Hire & Retain
We manage interviews, negotiate offers, and activate our 90-day onboarding support to ensure a successful transition. Your new hire is set up to succeed from day one.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to stop guessing and start hiring?
Book a free 30-minute consultation with an operator-recruiter. We will assess your needs, share market insights, and outline a plan — no strings attached.
No commitment required. Most consultations lead to a proposal within 48 hours.