FIREFLY HOSPITALITY RECRUITMENT AND CONSULTING, INC.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA

A dedicated boutique recruiting and consulting firm We are a firm that is uniquely positioned to deliver the ideal candidates for our clients. We take the time in the beginning to listen and fully understand the need, culture, and fit desired before we start. This approach positions us to only deliver the most qualified candidates for each position. Firefly was formed to leverage our unique skill set, insight, and expertise in the hospitality industry and related fields to match the Brightest Talent with the Best Companies. Our specialized and personal approach attracts clients and companies that are seeking that “Right Fit” candidate. Whether you are an employer needing help or a candidate looking for your next opportunity, our goal is always win-win. We believe that you do your best work when you connect with the people around you. Creating the spark that can ignite your next RIGHT STEP IN YOUR CAREER is our mission. We believe our experience and tenure with many of the best brands in the business uniquely qualify us to understand both sides of the equation. Our desire is to make our guests, clients, staff, and partners feel welcome and at home. Firefly is a company dedicated to hospitality, service, integrity and results, balancing the needs of client and candidate, while creating relationships that endure. Barry started his career with Outback Steakhouse/Bloomin’ Brands as corporate trainer leading to him becoming Proprietor and Joint Venture Partner of his own locations in Hawaii. Recognized as Partner of the Year for his results, his proudest accomplishments were those that resulted in success and development of the people that helped grow the businesses he led. This experience set the foundation for his next step with Hard Rock Cafe, where he led top revenue generating locations in Hawaii and San Francisco. Finally, he led introducing Northern California to Fox Restaurant Concepts’ True Food Kitchen. As General Manager he was instrumental in staffing for two locations and leading the New Store Opening in Walnut Creek. Achieving significant success and awards including General Manager of the Year, Philanthropic Cafe of the Year, and Sales and Marketing Cafe of the year. Barry combines his passion for people and drive for results to create an environment that is still part of those cultures today. Kenneth Roberts is a Managing Partner in Firefly Hospitality Recruiting and Consulting. He started out his career in hospitality as an Operations Manager for Outback Steakhouse. He then moved into Operations and Recruitment role with Crunch Fitness managing their expansion through the mid-west. In 2003, Kenneth and Nadia Roberts opened up Interior Talent, a specialized recruitment for the Architecture, Design and Manufacturing industries. Over the last 14 years this firm has developed into a sector leader working with an elite list of global clients that include hotel and restaurant groups, global design firms and national showrooms. • 2017 Women in Business- LI Honoree She began the hotel industry in Sales and Marketing for Hilton Corporation after attaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. She has been formally trained and certified in Hilton and Marriott corporate programs. Dorothy gained insight and expertise into all areas of hospitality by also directing operations and sales departments in various venues and hotel types. Her leadership skills and team building abilities have brought her hotels to exceed high revenue goals. Dorothy has a hospitality background encompassing various locations and working with leaders of countries and fortune 100 CEO’s. She has experience opening new hotels, working with PIP’s (property improvement plans), contract negotiations, market segmentation, financial analysis, management structure, just to name a few areas of her vast and diverse experience. She is driven to assist hospitality companies to overcome obstacles and achieve goals. Dorothy has received numerous awards for outstanding performance and top sales recognition’s. She likes to think “outside the box” because her experience has shown her that the hospitality business is anything but predictable. She offers professionalism, financial knowledge, hospitality expertise and dedication to all her clients. A dedicated boutique recruiting and consulting firm We are a firm that is uniquely positioned to deliver the ideal candidates for our clients. We take the time in the beginning to listen and fully understand the need, culture, and fit desired before we start. This approach positions us to only deliver the most qualified candidates for each position. Firefly was formed to leverage our unique skill set, insight, and expertise in the hospitality industry and related fields to match the Brightest Talent with the Best Companies. Our specialized and personal approach attracts clients and companies that are seeking that “Right Fit” candidate. Whether you are an employer needing help or a candidate looking for your next opportunity, our goal is always win-win. We believe that you do your best work when you connect with the people around you. Creating the spark that can ignite your next RIGHT STEP IN YOUR CAREER is our mission. We believe our experience and tenure with many of the best brands in the business uniquely qualify us to understand both sides of the equation. Our desire is to make our guests, clients, staff, and partners feel welcome and at home. Firefly is a company dedicated to hospitality, service, integrity and results, balancing the needs of client and candidate, while creating relationships that endure. Barry started his career with Outback Steakhouse/Bloomin’ Brands as corporate trainer leading to him becoming Proprietor and Joint Venture Partner of his own locations in Hawaii. Recognized as Partner of the Year for his results, his proudest accomplishments were those that resulted in success and development of the people that helped grow the businesses he led. This experience set the foundation for his next step with Hard Rock Cafe, where he led top revenue generating locations in Hawaii and San Francisco. Finally, he led introducing Northern California to Fox Restaurant Concepts’ True Food Kitchen. As General Manager he was instrumental in staffing for two locations and leading the New Store Opening in Walnut Creek. Achieving significant success and awards including General Manager of the Year, Philanthropic Cafe of the Year, and Sales and Marketing Cafe of the year. Barry combines his passion for people and drive for results to create an environment that is still part of those cultures today.