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The Candidate Red Flags You Don’t See Until Month Three

The Candidate Red Flags You Don’t See Until Month Three

by Kelly Hatfield | Feb 20, 2026 | Hiring Tips, Hospitality Hiring Insights, Industry Insights

Most leadership hiring mistakes in hospitality don’t show up during interviews. They surface later, after the honeymoon phase fades and leadership has to operate under real pressure. On paper, the hire makes sense. Conversations are thoughtful, references are strong,...
Why Your Sommelier Search Is Taking Longer in 2026

Why Your Sommelier Search Is Taking Longer in 2026

by Kelly Hatfield | Jan 26, 2026 | Hospitality Hiring Insights, Wine & Beverage Leadership

For years, hiring an experienced sommelier was competitive. In 2026, it is selective. Across fine dining restaurants, hospitality groups, and boutique wine-focused concepts, employers are finding that sommelier searches are taking significantly longer than expected....
Fewer Visitors, Higher Expectations: What 2026 Means for West Coast Wine & Hospitality Talent

Fewer Visitors, Higher Expectations: What 2026 Means for West Coast Wine & Hospitality Talent

by Kelly Hatfield | Dec 30, 2025 | Leadership & Talent Strategy, Luxury Hospitality Careers, Wine & Hospitality Insights

Across the West Coast, the wine conversation sounds a little different than it did just a few years ago. In Napa and Sonoma, in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, and throughout Walla Walla and Washington wine country, a clear pattern has emerged. Direct-to-consumer wine...
How to Become a Sommelier: Your Complete Guide to a Career in Wine Expertise

How to Become a Sommelier: Your Complete Guide to a Career in Wine Expertise

by Kelly Hatfield | Dec 30, 2025 | Culinary Leadership, Hiring Tips, Industry Insights

For those who have a passion for wine, food, and hospitality, becoming a sommelier offers an exciting and deeply rewarding career path. Sommeliers are far more than wine enthusiasts—they are trained professionals who curate wine lists, guide pairings, and elevate the...
How to Hire an Executive Chef for a Fine Dining Restaurant

How to Hire an Executive Chef for a Fine Dining Restaurant

by Kelly Hatfield | Nov 21, 2025 | Culinary Leadership, Hiring Tips, Industry Insights

An executive chef isn’t just a cook; they’re the creative engine, cultural leader, and operational backbone of any fine dining restaurant. The right hire can define your brand and elevate the entire guest experience. The wrong one? Costly, stressful, and disruptive to...
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