Summary of Job Description

The Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for collaborating with Operations to ensure quality Operations management/hourly candidates are identified and screened to meet Operations’ needs in assigned Region(s). This position researches creative and innovative recruiting practices used successfully in the industry. The Talent Acquisition Partner works with Operations to ensure the staffing needs of the company are being met and devises and implements sourcing strategies to build pipelines of potential applicants, such as becoming an employer of choice. This position is responsible for implementing the full-cycle candidate hiring process to ensure a positive experience.

Job Responsibilities

Serves as a partner to Operations in developing a periodic, quarterly, and annual regional recruiting strategy with Operations, utilizing Talent Acquisition and labor market data. Develops an understanding of all recruiting tactics and success rates to share and coach Operations. Proactively identifies staffing needs in assigned areas. Partners with Operations to determine selection criteria for candidates and build alignment for diverse, high-quality Operations candidates.
Plans interview and selection process, including screening calls, in-person/virtual interviews, and Operations interview process through determining candidates’ technical competence, applicable background and skills, and cultural fit.
Identifies a variety of Operations management candidate sourcing methods such as Indeed, LinkedIn, etc. Conducts research into innovative approaches and best practices used by competitor companies for presentation to Field HR and Operations leadership.
Partners with Operations throughout the full recruitment cycle to create offer letters and extend offer packages, including negotiation around compensation, job terms, and conditions. Collaborates with Operations to support candidates through onboarding to ensure a best-in-class candidate experience.
Trains and coaches Operators on employment processes, including interview techniques and technology. Responsible for recruitment training in people assessment, how to complete an interview, recruitment marketing strategies, and candidate sourcing.
Conducts open houses and in-person interviews with Operations team and attends college recruiting events in the market the position supports to identify potential candidates.

Collaborates with Talent Acquisition leaders on recruiting efforts and maintains updated recruitment results through preparing a weekly report on results and projects. Prepares and provides reports on recruitment outcomes and progress on projects.

How we reward you

401K with company match
Yearly bonus opportunity*
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
Bereavement leave*
Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your background & experience

Bachelor’s degree required; major in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred.
Minimum three years of experience in recruiting for Operations management with a retail/hospitality company, including lead generation, creative sourcing, and cold calling experience (Operations management experience may also be considered).
If hired, successful completion of annual store training
Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.
If hired, successful completion of annual store training

Work Environment

Office or home office conditions; travel (including overnight): 20% to 30%

Pay Range: P2 $72,000-$101,500/ Annual

Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,800 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

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Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out toTASupport@PandaRG.com.

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