Mis En Place

Recruiting exclusively for independent restaurants nationwide since 2003. Mis en Place connects operators with pre-vetted, industry-experienced talent—from hourly staff to salaried leadership. Our hands-on approach improves candidate quality, shortens time-to-hire, and reduces recruiting costs for operators who value results over noise. As a national boutique recruiting firm dedicated solely to independent restaurants, we source and screen experienced culinary, FOH, BOH, and leadership talent across the U.S. We specialize in hospitality recruiting, restaurant hiring, culinary staffing, talent sourcing, and candidate screening. Our services and pricing are tailored specifically for restaurants—not for general staffing or corporate models. We personally engage with qualified applicants to ensure genuine interest, higher retention, faster hiring, and lower cost-per-hire—helping restaurants build high-performance teams that strengthen culture, consistency, and long-term success.