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Our Satisfied Clients

Restaurant Placement Group is particularly proud of the personal service we devote to each and every client, and the outstanding rapport and trust we have established.  Our clients rely upon us repeatedly as their needs for qualified personnel -- along with their business -- continue to grow.  Below are just some of the many notes of appreciation we receive:

 

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"Restaurant Replacement Group is able to deliver the caliber of talent we look for in Hospitality professionals."

 

Niko Karatassos, Director of Operations
The Buckhead Life Restaurant Group (Atlanta, GA)

 

 

 

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"It has been my pleasure working with Ken Spahn from Restaurant Placement Group. Our time is so valuable, and Ken has been most efficient in presenting candidates that don't waste my time, and helped fill some hard to fill positions."

 

Chris Harrington, Director of Employment

 

The Capital Grille (Darden Restaurants) 

 

 

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"When it comes to personalized attention and service, Ken Spahn has been a top notch performer. His understanding of the restaurant industry and the local market, and his professionalism and ability to find the right candidates have helped succeed in a new market."

 

Paul Baldasaro

Chief Operating Officer

Buckhead Life Restaurant Group ( Atlanta , GA and other cities)

 

 

 

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"When staffing needs arise for managers or chefs, I turn to the Restaurant Placement Group. They respond quickly and have an excellent selection of candidates."

 

Burt Rapoport, President

Rapoport's Restaurant Group, Inc.

(Owner/Operator of multiple restaurants)

 

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"Ken, Just a few words of thanks for the excellent service you have provided my group.  You definitely have gone the extra mile, always on short notice, to accommodate my searches.  We definitely would use your group again in the future for our recruiting needs."

Thanks again.

Jackie L. Cahan, Operating Partner,

Synthesis Management Services / Tequila Ranch (Naperville, IL)

 

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"Ken was very much in tune with the type of manager we needed for our concept. The candidates he presented were solid performers with proven restaurant backgrounds. His follow-through and attention to detail were very much appreciated by all of us involved in the hiring process. We will certainly use him again as our company expands in Florida."

 

Mimi Cogan

General Manager

Chops Lobster Bar (Buckhead Life Restaurant Group)

 

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"Ken Spahn and the Restaurant Placement Group has been an invaluable resource for our most recent opening.  I highly recommend Ken's services for any serious restaurateur. Ken's knowledge of the market and attention to details makes the process of securing the best possible management candidates much easier." 

 

 

 -Tony J. Figurelli, Chief Operating Officer/Vice President

 Old Town Tavern, LLC

 

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"Ken works quickly and diligently to produce candidates.  He takes the time to understand what the client wants and makes every effort to exceed client expectations."

 

Elvira Ryder, Corporate Director, H.R.

Rosa Mexicano Restaurants (New York, NY)

 

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"Ken, I just wanted to say what a great pleasure it has been working with you and the Restaurant Placement Group.  From the very beginning, your professionalism and attention to detail have made a believer of me.  You and Restaurant Placement Group have given me a new outlook and benchmark in the hospitality placement business.  Thank you for instilling the professionalism and follow-through back into the industry."

 

Lou Marrocco, CMP, Operations Manager

Brandywine Events LLC (Malvern, PA)

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"Ken is an excellent research consultant for recruitment of hospitality talent. He consistently brings top-shelf talent to the table, and has helped us to expand our talent base and effectively increase performance and growth.  Ken is a valued resource and partner to keep the talent pipeline full."

 

Steven Roberts, V.P. of Operations

The Addison Restaurant Group LLC.

 

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"As a restaurateur for over 40 years, I'm quite impressed with Ken Spahn of Restaurant Placement Group. He brings insight and full comprehension of the restaurant industry, and he delivers exactly the services needed for each situation. Ken's contacts and respect he has attained due to his professional demeanor are among his impressive mix of talents. Ken truly offers a winning recipe for any restaurant."

 

Nick Nickolas, Owner/Operator

Nick's Fishmarket of Hawaii (Boca Raton, FL -- And 33 others)

 

 

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"I placed a call to Ken Spahn of RPG, and within a couple days he had several candidates lined up for me to interview.  We were then able to make an informed choice to run our restaurants."

 

Patrick J. Rooney, President

General Braddock Brewing Company, Ltd. (various concepts throughout south Florida)

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"Ken Spahn has been very resourceful and professional at locating and connecting us with staff for our new venue. We found Ken to be reliable, knowledgeable and very persistent in his efforts. In addition, Ken was very personable and understood our business needs at every stage of the game."

 

Shai Ben-Ami, General Manager

Domo Japones ( Miami , FL )

 

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"We feel very confident recommending Ken Spahn and the Restaurant Placement Group to our clients, and to anyone in the restaurant and hospitality business. His expertise and personal industry contacts  qualifies him to recruit and place high level employees. We are glad Ken Spahn provides such a valuable service for our clients."

         Tom Prakas, President

   The Prakas Group, Inc, www.prakasgroup.com.

 

 

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"Being a top restaurant professional in Florida, I use Restaurant Placement Group whenever I need ideas, help and guidance. I highly respect Mr. Kenneth Spahn's inside knowledge of the industry, integrity, and outstanding personal service."

 

Johannes Fruhwirt, Chef/Owner

Johannes Restaurant

 

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"Whenever I have a hiring need in the future, the first call will go to Ken Spahn at Restaurant  Placement Group."

 

Patrick J. Rooney, Jr, President,

Rooney's Public House (West Palm Beach and Abacoa, FL)

 

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"Ken: I want to express my sincere thanks and appreciation for the level of courtesy and professionalism  you extended in the placement of our new marketing director. Your attentiveness to our specific need was more than adequately met, and it would be my sincere pleasure to refer your services.

It is always a pleasure doing business with individuals such as yourself, and I look forward to working with you again."

 

Dimitrios 'Jimmy' Lellos, Operating Partner

Mythos Greek Taverna Coral Springs, FL

 

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"RestaurantBizSales.com is happy to recommend Ken  Spahn and Restaurant Placement Group as one the nation's premier restaurant/hospitality recruiters.  We know that Restaurant Placement Group will find the perfect candidate." Mr. Spahn's hands-on approach to placement is second to none.  His experience in the restaurant industry facilitates the placement of many qualified personnel. 

 

Donna Prakas, President

        Restaurant Biz Sales.com, Inc www.RestaurantBizSales.com .

 

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"Restaurant Replacement Group is able to deliver the caliber of talent we look for in Hospitality professionals."

 

Niko Karatassos, Director of Operations
The Buckhead Life Restaurant Group (Atlanta, GA)

 

 

 

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"It has been my pleasure working with Ken Spahn from Restaurant Placement Group. Our time is so valuable, and Ken has been most efficient in presenting candidates that don't waste my time, and helped fill some hard to fill positions."

 

Chris Harrington, Director of Employment

 

The Capital Grille (Darden Restaurants) 

 

 

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"When it comes to personalized attention and service, Ken Spahn has been a top notch performer. His understanding of the restaurant industry and the local market, and his professionalism and ability to find the right candidates have helped succeed in a new market."

 

Paul Baldasaro

Chief Operating Officer

Buckhead Life Restaurant Group ( Atlanta , GA and other cities)

 

 

 

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"When staffing needs arise for managers or chefs, I turn to the Restaurant Placement Group. They respond quickly and have an excellent selection of candidates."

 

Burt Rapoport, President

Rapoport's Restaurant Group, Inc.

(Owner/Operator of multiple restaurants)

 

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"Ken, Just a few words of thanks for the excellent service you have provided my group.  You definitely have gone the extra mile, always on short notice, to accommodate my searches.  We definitely would use your group again in the future for our recruiting needs."

Thanks again.

Jackie L. Cahan, Operating Partner,

Synthesis Management Services / Tequila Ranch (Naperville, IL)

 

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"Ken was very much in tune with the type of manager we needed for our concept. The candidates he presented were solid performers with proven restaurant backgrounds. His follow-through and attention to detail were very much appreciated by all of us involved in the hiring process. We will certainly use him again as our company expands in Florida."

 

Mimi Cogan

General Manager

Chops Lobster Bar (Buckhead Life Restaurant Group)

 

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"Ken Spahn and the Restaurant Placement Group has been an invaluable resource for our most recent opening.  I highly recommend Ken's services for any serious restaurateur. Ken's knowledge of the market and attention to details makes the process of securing the best possible management candidates much easier." 

 

 

 -Tony J. Figurelli, Chief Operating Officer/Vice President

 Old Town Tavern, LLC

 

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"Ken works quickly and diligently to produce candidates.  He takes the time to understand what the client wants and makes every effort to exceed client expectations."

 

Elvira Ryder, Corporate Director, H.R.

Rosa Mexicano Restaurants (New York, NY)

 

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"Ken, I just wanted to say what a great pleasure it has been working with you and the Restaurant Placement Group.  From the very beginning, your professionalism and attention to detail have made a believer of me.  You and Restaurant Placement Group have given me a new outlook and benchmark in the hospitality placement business.  Thank you for instilling the professionalism and follow-through back into the industry."

 

Lou Marrocco, CMP, Operations Manager

Brandywine Events LLC (Malvern, PA)

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"Ken is an excellent research consultant for recruitment of hospitality talent. He consistently brings top-shelf talent to the table, and has helped us to expand our talent base and effectively increase performance and growth.  Ken is a valued resource and partner to keep the talent pipeline full."

 

Steven Roberts, V.P. of Operations

The Addison Restaurant Group LLC.

 

==============

 

"As a restaurateur for over 40 years, I'm quite impressed with Ken Spahn of Restaurant Placement Group. He brings insight and full comprehension of the restaurant industry, and he delivers exactly the services needed for each situation. Ken's contacts and respect he has attained due to his professional demeanor are among his impressive mix of talents. Ken truly offers a winning recipe for any restaurant."

 

Nick Nickolas, Owner/Operator

Nick's Fishmarket of Hawaii (Boca Raton, FL -- And 33 others)

 

 

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"I placed a call to Ken Spahn of RPG, and within a couple days he had several candidates lined up for me to interview.  We were then able to make an informed choice to run our restaurants."

 

Patrick J. Rooney, President

General Braddock Brewing Company, Ltd. (various concepts throughout south Florida)

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"Ken Spahn has been very resourceful and professional at locating and connecting us with staff for our new venue. We found Ken to be reliable, knowledgeable and very persistent in his efforts. In addition, Ken was very personable and understood our business needs at every stage of the game."

 

Shai Ben-Ami, General Manager

Domo Japones ( Miami , FL )

 

==============

 

"We feel very confident recommending Ken Spahn and the Restaurant Placement Group to our clients, and to anyone in the restaurant and hospitality business. His expertise and personal industry contacts  qualifies him to recruit and place high level employees. We are glad Ken Spahn provides such a valuable service for our clients."

         Tom Prakas, President

   The Prakas Group, Inc, www.prakasgroup.com.

 

 

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"Being a top restaurant professional in Florida, I use Restaurant Placement Group whenever I need ideas, help and guidance. I highly respect Mr. Kenneth Spahn's inside knowledge of the industry, integrity, and outstanding personal service."

 

Johannes Fruhwirt, Chef/Owner

Johannes Restaurant

 

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"Whenever I have a hiring need in the future, the first call will go to Ken Spahn at Restaurant  Placement Group."

 

Patrick J. Rooney, Jr, President,

Rooney's Public House (West Palm Beach and Abacoa, FL)

 

==================

 

"Ken: I want to express my sincere thanks and appreciation for the level of courtesy and professionalism  you extended in the placement of our new marketing director. Your attentiveness to our specific need was more than adequately met, and it would be my sincere pleasure to refer your services.

It is always a pleasure doing business with individuals such as yourself, and I look forward to working with you again."

 

Dimitrios 'Jimmy' Lellos, Operating Partner

Mythos Greek Taverna Coral Springs, FL

 

==================

"RestaurantBizSales.com is happy to recommend Ken  Spahn and Restaurant Placement Group as one the nation's premier restaurant/hospitality recruiters.  We know that Restaurant Placement Group will find the perfect candidate." Mr. Spahn's hands-on approach to placement is second to none.  His experience in the restaurant industry facilitates the placement of many qualified personnel. 

 

Donna Prakas, President

        Restaurant Biz Sales.com, Inc www.RestaurantBizSales.com .

 

 

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