Talent Acquisition Specialist

Join Pollo NationBe a part of the Fiesta... Come join Pollo Nation!The Talent Acquisition Specialist will provide staffing support to assigned region(s) to complete full-cycle recruiting for team members by executing successful hiring events aligned with the prioritization determined by region/district management. This position will also be a brand ambassador within their assigned region(s) generating flow from field recruiting and ensuring consistent candidate pool to hourly requisitions. This position will report to the Manager of Talent Acquisition.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Managing 8-10 hiring events on a weekly basis based on prioritization determined by region or district management in accordance with guidelines set in place by manager to maximize turn outSetting up and conducting team member interviews successfullyManaging advertisement budget for their assigned region(s) to ensure funds are used effectively based on staffing and advertising sources efficiently to maximize exposure and generate sufficient applicant poolsReaching out to candidates within Workday, Snagajob, Indeed, ZipRecruiter and other sources on a daily basisGenerating candidate flow from field recruiting by partnering with including not limited to local universities, churches, and organizationsUpdating required reports on a consistent basis to ensure goals are being met to the criteria of 85% staffed per their assigned Region(s)Providing feedback to HR and region/district management on a consistent basis as determined by ManagerManages orientation process in accordance with company guidelines to ensure new hires have properly completed all new hire actions in a timely mannerWorks hand-in-hand with operations team to fully execute hiring of team membersUtilizes approaches, methods, procedures and tools provided and approved by Manager of Talent AcquisitionQualifications:Non-exempt employee who has a proven track record meeting or exceeding performance goals and demonstrating a servant mentality towards working with peopleHigh level of energy coupled with ability to multi-taskDemonstrates an outward passion for the company and strong organizational skillsUnderstands how to handle and protect confidential information as neededEducation and/or Experience:2+ years' experience in a staffing role2+ years' QSR/restaurant experience preferredPreferred but not required, experience with onboarding, E-Verify, and I9 verificationLanguage Skills:Bi-lingual (English and Spanish or Creole) preferredClear, effective verbal and written skillsComputer Skills:Proficient with Microsoft office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft TeamsExperience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (Workday preferred)Physical Demands:Lifting up to 50 lbsWork Environment:Restaurants, universities, civic/religious organizationsTravel up to 80%Equipment Used:Computers, hiring event materials, tablets, phone, printer, scanner, carWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Pollo Tropical