We Know Hospitality.
From the Inside.
Founded by a chef and a hospitality executive. Not recruiters who fell into the industry — industry people who became recruiters.
20+ Years. One Industry.
Hospitalio was founded in 2004 on a simple belief: hospitality recruitment should be done by people who understand hospitality.
Two decades later, we've recruited across 40+ countries for brands like Ritz-Carlton, Hilton, Nobu, and Royal Caribbean. Our network includes over 500,000 professionals — we own 8 of the top 10 LinkedIn groups in hospitality out of more than 9,000.
90% of our clients come through personal recommendations. That says more than any marketing ever could.
The Team
Barak Hirschowitz
Co-founder & Managing Director
Sarasota, FL
Former award-winning chef. One of 10 chefs featured in Food & Wine's "Star Chefs on the Road." Co-founded and serves as President of the International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA). Over 20 years in hospitality recruitment.
Kyle Ovens
Co-founder
Knysna, South Africa
Over 2 decades working in and recruiting for the hotel, restaurant, and cruise line industry. Leads the executive/C-suite practice and UHNW private staff recruitment. Author of Hospitalio's industry articles.
International Luxury Hotel Association
Our co-founder Barak Hirschowitz serves as President of ILHA, a global organization connecting luxury hospitality professionals, brands, and thought leaders. This gives us unparalleled access to the highest levels of hospitality leadership worldwide.
Learn more about ILHA →Recognition
2022
ILHA #1 Hospitality Recruiter
2022
IHI Top 25 Recruiter
2021
IHI Top 25 Recruiter
Global Offices
United States
Hospitalio Inc.
1343 Main St, Suite 705
Sarasota, FL 34236
Africa / Middle East / Asia
Hospitalio Recruitment CC
25 Thesen St, Suite 200
Knysna, Western Cape 6571, South Africa
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