Jesse B. Email & Phone Number

Chicago, IL, US

Tulsa, OK, US

• Proactively attract and recruit diverse talent using innovative sourcing strategies.
• Recruiting for various entry-level up to C-Suite roles at the campus level and the corporate headquarters
• Spearhead international recruitment efforts, leveraging cultural insights and global networks.
• Cultivate robust candidate pipelines to meet current and future hiring needs.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings and interviews to identify top talent.
• Champion qualified candidates through the selection process, ensuring a seamless experience.

New York, NY, US

• Orchestrated cross-functional collaborations and fortified relationships through strategic meetings, status updates, and ongoing communication, effectively defining the organization's precise talent requisites.
• Engineered innovative recruiting and sourcing strategies, catalyzing a dynamic pipeline of candidates for mission-critical and recurrent roles—encompassing active/passive sourcing, internet-based exploration, and.
• Teamed with the Director of Employee Experience and communication to spearhead internal DEI initiatives, leveraging diverse sources for candidate acquisition, achieving a remarkable 28% surge in DEI hires year-over-year.
• Masterminded the recruitment and sourcing of positions across diverse domains like SaaS, Engineering, Sales, Product Management, Analytics, Marketplace Trust, Finance, and more executing both domestic and international.
• Uncovered inefficiencies in the interview process, introducing proactive enhancements that contributed to a 22% reduction in time-to-fill.
• Leveraged Greenhouse ATS for streamlined candidate management, communication, and interview coordination; expertly wielded Teamable (formerly TopFunnel) to harness LinkedIn and internet searches for candidate sourcing

New York, NY, US

• Strategically aligned hospitality talents with roles matching their competencies and client prerequisites, optimizing the market-leading "MA" matchmaking AI software.
• Pioneered the service delivery journey, facilitating seamless communication with clients, ensuring punctual gig attendance, and preserving Jitjatjo's professional ethos.
• Exhibited exceptional troubleshooting acumen, deftly resolving a spectrum of client concerns via phone and chat support.
• Collaborated seamlessly with Jitjatjo's talent engagement unit to devise and actualize strategies, contributing to a remarkable 32% reduction in talent churn and a noteworthy 85% increase in worker attendance.
• Utilized predictive analytics and AI-driven tools to match hospitality talents with roles, achieving a 95% accuracy rate in placing candidates in positions that best aligned with their skills and preferences.

London, London, GB

• Adeptly identified promising candidates and extended targeted interview invitations, augmenting the restaurant's talent pool.
• Navigated the intersection of marketing and talent acquisition, crafting compelling job descriptions and crafting impactful social media ads.
• Demonstrated prowess in high-volume recruitment, sourcing, and securing talent across the spectrum—from entry-level to leadership positions.
• Choreographed the meticulous opening schedules, aligning recruitment and people aspects to ensure punctual team readiness for restaurant launches.
• Architected and executed meticulous recruitment processes, underpinned by comprehensive documentation and structured assessments.
• Formulated an internal people hiring strategy for O&S NY, effectively collaborating with local organizations and agencies to capture high-quality hospitality talent.

• Supplied prospective graduates of the culinary program with verified training-related job leads within the industry, I.e., restaurants, country clubs, catering companies, hospitals, nursing homes, etc.
• Maintained a minimum of a 70% job placement rate for each program offered by the campus with an ending placement rate of 86% as Director of Career Services.
• Planned, oversaw, organized, and facilitated a minimum of two major on-campus career fairs and advisor board meetings per calendar year as well as offsite graduation ceremonies.
• Participated in various college recruitment events.
• Established a comprehensive alumni network to facilitate ongoing career support and networking opportunities, leading to a 40% increase in job placements for graduates.
• Fostered relationships with key industry partners and secured internship opportunities for students, resulting in a 25% increase in internship placements.

• Directed a team of two Education Coordinators to ensure that enrollment goals were met with KPIs of 60 students enrolled in each program per start date every 10 weeks.
• Oversaw the development and implementation of a comprehensive training program for Education Coordinators, resulting in a 20% improvement in enrollment rates.
• Provided leadership and contributed to management responsibilities by overseeing staff performance and training.
• Interviewed and gave school tours to prospective students and followed the steps to enroll them into the culinary program of their choice.
• Planned and coordinated admissions events on and off campus to increase the exposure of the school.
• Developed and executed targeted marketing campaigns to attract prospective students, resulting in a 15% increase in inquiries and campus visits.