Izzy draws her knowledge base as a recruiter from 11 years in the hospitality industry as a host, server, and manager. She has a large network of contacts in the Twin Cities restaurant scene, and knows first-hand what its like to work for the chance to shine in an upper-level management role.
Izzy has a keen sense of what it means to cultivate a good match between talented professionals and restaurants that are looking for up-and-coming talent, creating what she calls Good Business Marriages. She’s lived through restaurant openings and closings; worked in downtown, suburban, and mall locations; and taken on everything from dishwashing at mom-and-pop shops to implementing structure in corporate restaurant environments. Whether you’re working with EHS to find the perfect job or the perfect candidate, she’s armed with the know-how to make your search successful.
Outside of work, Izzy is an avid reader, a world traveler, and a bike-ride enthusiast. She also keeps her finger on the pulse of the Twin Cities dining scene, visiting new restaurants and supporting industry friends as they progress in their careers. She’s a firm believer in building and maintaining relationships, and that the best way to do so is through food!
Quick Tip from Izzy: “Know when your career moment has arrived. After biding your time in supportive roles, growing and learning everything you can in the hopes that you’ll be recognized, don’t be afraid to go for something bigger!”
eeckman@ehshospitality.com