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…
General Manager (boca)
Job Description – General Manager Position Summary The General Manager is responsible for the overall success of the restaurant by leading the team, delivering exceptional hospitality, maintaining operational…
General Manager (Boston, MA)
Job Title: General Manager Location: Boston, MA Area General Manager — Restaurant Operations We are hiring a General Manager for our Boston, MA team. This role leads daily operations, builds a high-performing team, and…
General Manager
Job Description – General Manager Position Summary The General Manager is responsible for the overall success of the restaurant by leading the team, delivering exceptional hospitality, maintaining operational…
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…
Marketing Manager
Marketing Location: Wading River, NY Employment Type: Full-time On-Site Position A high-end hospitality venue in Wading River is seeking an innovative and results-driven Director of Marketing to lead brand development…
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…
Social Media & Content Specialist
Must have demonstrated success creating and managing content across Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest, with the ability to oversee 7 active social media accounts across multiple brands without sacrificing quality,…
Vice President of Operations
Job Title: Vice President of Operations Location: NYC Metro Area Compensation: $120,000 $140,000 (commensurate with experience) Company Overview: We are a high-growth, entrepreneurial restaurant group in rapid…
Assistant General Manager (Back Bay, Boston)
Assistant General Manager Lead, Grow, and Thrive in a Fast-Casual Seafood Concept Are you a passionate leader looking for an opportunity to grow in a sustainable, ethically focused restaurant group ? Were searching for…
Assistant General Manager (NY)
Our client is a Maine-inspired fast-casual lobster shack, known for its seafood rolls and commitment to sustainable ingredients. We are currently looking for a qualified Assistant General Manager to help run one of our…
Assistant Manager
Assistant Manager – Restaurant & Bar Operations Location: Palm Springs, CA Pay Range: $20.00 – $27.00 per hour Job Type: Full-time ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a high-energy, hospitality-focused Assistant Manager…
Assistant Manager
Assistant Manager The Assistant Manager is responsible for day-to-day restaurant operations and ensuring the team delivers exceptional guest experiences while upholding core hospitality standards and values. Lead the…
Asst General Manager (Boston, MA)
Job Title: Asst General Manager Location: Boston, MA Area A rapidly growing fast-casual restaurant concept is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Asst General Manager to lead one of its thriving Boston-area…
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…