Food for Thought · 12 hours ago
Recruiter
Lincolnwood, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$55K/yr - $55K/yr
1+ years expFood for Thought is seeking a Recruiter responsible for full-cycle recruitment of hourly employees across multiple departments. This role is crucial in attracting, hiring, and retaining qualified team members while collaborating with hiring managers to meet staffing needs.
CateringEvent ManagementFood and BeverageRetail
Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end recruiting process for hourly and salaried positions (including key executive positions), including job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and onboarding coordination
Collaborate with department managers to understand staffing needs, scheduling requirements, and skill profiles
Closely monitor comments on Glassdoor/Indeed/Zip recruiter and other platforms. Partner with HR manager and Marketing to quickly address any negative comments
Develop and maintain pipelines of qualified candidates using online job boards, social media, community partnerships, and employee referrals
Develop a strategy to develop non-traditional sources for qualified candidates
Coordinate and attend job fairs, open houses, and community outreach events to promote employment opportunities
Conduct phone screens and initial interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications and fit
Ensure timely communication with candidates throughout the hiring process to maintain a positive candidate experience
Partner with HR and Operations to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and company hiring policies
Maintain accurate and organized candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Partner with PT HR representative to prepare and extend job offers, and assist with pre-employment and onboarding processes (background checks, I-9 verification, orientation scheduling, etc.)
Track and report recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, source of hire, and retention trends
Qualification
Required
1–3 years of recruiting experience, preferably in high-volume or hourly environments (hospitality, retail, food service, manufacturing, etc.)
Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and online recruiting tools
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to build rapport with candidates and managers
Excellent organizational and time-management skills; able to handle multiple open requisitions simultaneously
Knowledge of employment laws and hiring best practices
High sense of urgency and accountability
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Includes Spouse and Domestic Partner Coverage (Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) & Critical Illness Insurance
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental Leave – Equal benefits to Mothers and Fathers
401K Retirement Plan
FFT University - Over 70 courses designed to enhance your skills in life and on the job to help your career growth.
Employee Meal Plan
Employee Discounts (Pet Insurance, Entertainment, Travel, Company Discounts, and much more).
Company
Food for Thought
Food For Thought offers catering, dining services, micro-markets, venue management, weddings, corporate events, and meetings.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Robert (Tim) Garcia
Co-CEO
Voula Litsogiannis
Co-Chief Executive Officer
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