Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Recruitment Services in Michigan
Williams Harper & Palmer has been a trusted leader in recruitment since 1968, specializing in permanent placement for hospitality, food service, healthcare, and related industries. Our team combines decades of industry-specific expertise with a personalized approach to staffing solutions. With founders and consultants who graduated from top-tier institutions like Michigan State University, we leverage deep industry connections and hands-on experience in hotel, restaurant, and private service operations.Our commitment to confidentiality ensures clients receive discreet talent acquisition services while accessing pre-screened candidates actively employed in their fields. We provide salary transparency and on-site consultations to align staffing strategies with organizational goals. Our continuous networking maintains a robust talent pool, enabling rapid response to evolving hiring needs. This combination of tradition and innovation has solidified our reputation as a premier recruitment partner.
Services
Hospitality Recruitment
Food Service Staffing
Healthcare Recruitment
Private Service Placement
Executive Search
Career Coaching
Resume Writing
Dietitian Recruitment
Restaurant Staffing
Office Staff Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer 55+ years of specialized recruitment experience in hospitality and related industries
- Our team includes MSU School of Hospitality Business graduates with operational expertise
- We provide immediate access to pre-screened, currently employed professionals
- Our nationwide talent network spans hotel/resort, healthcare, and private service sectors
- We guarantee absolute confidentiality during the recruitment process
Services
Hospitality Recruitment
Specialized recruitment for hotel and resort professionals including management and operational roles. Our consultants leverage industry connections to match employers with experienced candidates. We serve luxury resorts, boutique hotels, and hospitality groups seeking qualified personnel.
Food Service Staffing
Comprehensive staffing solutions for restaurants, country clubs, and food service operations. We place chefs, managers, and service professionals with proven track records. Our network includes candidates from fine dining establishments to large-scale catering operations.
Healthcare Recruitment
Targeted placement services for healthcare facilities seeking clinical and administrative professionals. We specialize in dietitians, medical office staff, and healthcare management positions. Our screening process ensures candidates meet industry-specific qualifications and regulatory requirements.
Private Service Placement
Discreet recruitment for private households and estate management positions. We connect employers with experienced executive assistants, household managers, and specialized service professionals. Our thorough vetting ensures candidates maintain confidentiality and meet high service standards.
Career Coaching
Professional development services including resume writing, interview preparation, and career strategy. Our affiliated consultants provide personalized guidance for professionals seeking career advancement. We offer branding assistance and networking strategies to enhance job search effectiveness.
People
Bennett Schwartz
President and Owner
President with 50+ years hospitality recruitment experience. MSU graduate and Wall of Fame honoree. Specializes in executive searches for luxury hotels and resorts. Develops strategic industry partnerships to expand talent networks.
Cindy Krainen
Vice President of Hospitality/Food Service
Recruitment expert with healthcare and food service specialization. Former clinical dietitian with nationwide placement experience. Focuses on connecting healthcare facilities with qualified nutrition professionals and food service managers.
Kevin Swanquist
Hospitality Recruiter
Hospitality recruitment specialist with hotel operations background. Graduated from MSU's School of Hospitality Business. Manages placements for restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues across multiple management levels.
Samantha McWilliams
Office Coordinator
Communications graduate with retail and manufacturing HR experience. Manages office operations and candidate communications. Coordinates initial candidate screenings and scheduling for recruitment consultants.
Laura Hof
Accountant
Certified accountant with 20+ years financial management experience. Oversees company accounting operations and payroll processing. Provides financial expertise for contract negotiations and compensation analysis.
Questions
What industries does Williams Harper & Palmer specialize in?
We specialize in hospitality, food service, healthcare, private service, and office staffing sectors with nationwide reach.
How long has Williams Harper & Palmer been in business?
We've provided recruitment services since our founding in 1968, with over 55 years of industry experience.
Do you offer confidential recruitment services?
Yes, we guarantee absolute confidentiality throughout the hiring process for all our clients.
Can you help with executive-level placements?
Our executive search division specializes in senior management and leadership positions across all our industries.
Do you work with currently employed professionals?
Yes, we maintain a network of pre-screened candidates, many of whom are currently employed in their fields.
What career support services do you offer job seekers?
We provide resume writing, interview preparation, and career coaching through our affiliated consultants.
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