Local Kitchens is a high growth startup helping the best local restaurants expand to new cities with their network of micro food halls. They are helping the $900bn restaurant industry go digital while bringing high-quality food options to families in every neighborhood.As an early member of the recruiting team, these were the key responsibilities that drove my success in the role:- Orchestrated end-to-end recruitment process, leading hiring efforts for marketing, operations, finance, and partnerships teams- Sourced 150-450 candidates/week to build a robust pipeline of candidates- Directed hiring managers to facilitate their commitment to the hiring process through goal setting and weekly check-ins- Tracked week-over-week hiring metrics such as time-to-hire, days in process, offer acceptance rate, and pass-through rates; provided goals and implemented process improvements to enhance hiring efficiency- Collaborated with COO, CEO, and Head of Talent to identify process gaps and generated timely, practical solutions- Spearheaded training initiatives across multiple departments to ensure compliance and promote a positive work environment.

Aerial Canvas is a real estate media company that is disrupting the industry by taking an innovative approach that is focussed on emotional storytelling and extracting the essence of our listings and clients.As part of my role, I was responsible for:- Full cycle recruiting for sales, operations, project management, and creative roles - Co-developed comprehensive Talent Acquisition Strategy in collaboration with senior management- Partnered with executive team to identify departmental staffing needs and execute hiring plans accordingly- Conducted in-depth resume reviews, interviews, and skills assessments to evaluate candidate fit and cultural contribution- Orchestrated offer calls, offer letters, and streamlined onboarding procedures to ensure a successful new hire experience- Directed internal promotion and lateral movement processes, supporting ongoing career growth for team members- Spearheaded HR initiatives such as policy development, presentations, workshops, file transfers, and SOPs to improve departmental efficiency and performance- Collaborated closely with executive team to address employee relations matters and promote a positive workplace culture

- Ensured efficient flow of office activities- Managed payroll for 100+ employees weekly- Orchestrated comprehensive organization and preparation of auditing materials to ensure regulatory compliance- Cultivated a reputation for exceptional customer service through effective management of all public communications- Collaborated closely with recruiters to serve clients and applicants and facilitate seamless recruitment experiences