DeVita & Hancock Hospitality
DeVita & Hancock Hospitality is a specialized restaurant recruitment and consulting firm that connects top-tier hospitality talent with leading dining establishments, offering personalized search services from Front of House to C-Suite positions with a replacement guarantee.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Christine DeVita, Keith Hancock
About
DeVita & Hancock Hospitality is a modern restaurant recruitment and consulting firm that has been transforming hospitality hiring since 2018. Founded by industry veterans Christine DeVita and Keith Hancock, the company brings over 50 years of combined hospitality experience to help restaurants, hotels, and hospitality organizations find exceptional talent. Their team consists entirely of successful industry insiders, each with a minimum of 10 years in operations, ensuring they understand the nuanced challenges of finding the right leaders for dynamic restaurant environments. What sets DeVita & Hancock apart is their commitment to a customized, relationship-based approach. They never use cookie-cutter templates - every search is tailored to fit the unique culture and needs of each client. The firm offers subscription-based recruiting solutions that provide continuous access to their extensive talent pool and expert recruiters, along with traditional retained and contingent search models. They cover positions from Front of House to C-Suite executives, including General Managers, Executive Chefs, Sommeliers, and multi-unit leadership roles. Their "No Questions Asked" replacement guarantee demonstrates confidence in their ability to deliver superior candidates for the biggest brands in the industry, including rapid-growth restaurant groups and established hospitality companies.
Open positions
Sous Chef
Sous Chef (Seasonal) Provincetown, MA Start Date: Immediate Position Type: Seasonal (Spring–Fall 2026) Housing: Available About the Role We are seeking a driven and experienced Sous Chef to join a high-performing…
Sous Chef
Sous Chef Location: Allentown, PA Reports To: Chef de Cuisine Position Type: Full-Time Position Summary The Sous Chef supports the Chef de Cuisine in overseeing daily kitchen operations, food quality, team leadership,…
Sous Chef
Sous Chef (Seasonal) Provincetown, MA – Waterfront Dining Start Date: Immediate Position Type: Seasonal (Spring–Fall 2026) Housing: Available About the Role We are seeking a strong Sous Chef to join a high-volume,…
Sous Chef
Executive Sous Chef Location: Wading River, NY Compensation: From $1,500 per week Employment Type: Full-time On-Site Position A full-service restaurant located within a boutique hotel in Wading River is seeking an…
Kitchen Manager
Kitchen Manager Confidential Restaurant Group Salary: $68,000–$72,000 annually Schedule: 50–55 hours per week | Full-Time Position Overview We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Manager who understands how to…
Kitchen Manager (Lake Grove)
Kitchen Manager Oversees back-of-house operations and food quality standards Trains and leads kitchen staff in execution, cleanliness, and speed Partners closely with the FOH team to ensure seamless service General…
Kitchen Manager (Massapequa, NY)
Kitchen Manager Oversees back-of-house operations and food quality standards Trains and leads kitchen staff in execution, cleanliness, and speed Partners closely with the FOH team to ensure seamless service General…
Restaurant General Manager
Pure Grit, a new vegan BBQ fast casual restaurant, is looking for a General Manager to open, and manage its first restaurant in New York City. Here are some of the exciting things we are looking for … An…
Chef
Location: Wading River, NY Type: Full-Time Compensation: Commensurate with experience Position Summary Wading River Restaurant is seeking a hands-on Head Cook to lead day-to-day culinary execution in a gastro pub…
Chef de Cuisine
Chef de Cuisine Location: Allentown, PA Reports To: Executive Chef & Vice President of Operations Position Type: Full-Time Position Summary The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for leading all kitchen operations,…
Executive Chef
Executive Chef – Upscale Restaurant Location: South Bend, Indiana Salary: $100,000 annually Benefits: 100% employer-paid Bonus: Performance-based bonus program Relocation: Assistance provided Position Overview We are…
Executive Chef
We are looking for a creative and proficient in all aspects of food preparation, Executive chef. You will be “the chief” and maintain complete control of the kitchen. This position is for a family-style Italian…
Executive Chef
Executive Chef Full-Time | Wilmington, DE $80,000–$90,000 base + quarterly bonus Exciting Executive Chef Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a high-volume,…