About the job
Join our dynamic team as a Food & Beverage Talent Acquisition Specialist, where you will play a pivotal role in realizing our ambitious plans for growth. We aim to significantly expand our food and beverage operations by 2025, focusing on innovative offerings that cater to our 26 million annual visitors, while enhancing the dining environments we provide.
Our team thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a flexible work environment where every member is valued. In this role, you will oversee the complete recruitment cycle for food and beverage positions within your designated region, engaging daily with internal stakeholders and prospective candidates. Despite being a charitable organization, we face challenges akin to any major business, including strategic planning, internal mobility, and the ability to attract talent in competitive skill areas.
This position is internally recognized as a Resourcing Specialist.
Your Role:
Partnering with the Head of Food & Beverage, you will provide insights on recruitment trends that drive effective decision-making across the division. You will offer expert guidance throughout the recruitment process for food and beverage roles across London and the South East.
Your responsibilities will include managing a portfolio of clients and vacancies from inception to completion: sourcing candidates, pre-qualifying applicants, participating in interviews and assessment days, overseeing the onboarding process, and tracking retention rates. You will also enhance the skills and confidence of hiring managers to ensure timely and effective recruitment actions. Collaborating with the Resourcing Specialist for LSE, you will leverage our employer brand and develop innovative yet cost-effective talent acquisition strategies.
For detailed information, please refer to the attached role profile.
Who We Seek:
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, with a deep understanding of the critical nature of recruitment initiatives.
Key Qualifications:
- Proven influencing and negotiation skills
- Extensive experience in end-to-end recruitment, preferably in hospitality, or strong adaptability to new sectors
- Experience in conducting high-volume assessment centers
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet regional demands
- Demonstrated ability to analyze recruitment trends and provide actionable insights for senior leadership
