Serve as initial point of contact and the face of the restaurant for Matthew’s, delivering warm and authentic hospitality to every guestTake phone and online reservations, answer inquiries about the restaurant, and confirm bookingsManage the OpenTable platform and flow of guests into the Dining Room and M Lounge Create memorable experiences based on the anticipation of guests needs Ensure management, kitchen and waitstaff are fully advised prior to service of any special dining requests and/or dietary needs for upcoming reservationsOn a weekly basis, create floral arrangements for each table in the dining room, Chef’s Counter, lounge/bar and other private event spaces.

Sterling Search and Consulting provides retained executive search and management recruitment services with a national, regional or local market focus.Collaborate with Account Executives and Managing Partners to establish role criteria, position descriptions, and client specificationsDevelop strategic target company lists identifying top talent from relevant industries through competitive intelligence research and talent mapping Responsible for candidate generation and engagement through a variety of mediums including internet research beyond the traditional resume sites.Utilize a variety of sourcing tools and strategies to identify and engage hard-to-find candidatesCreates and publishes job postings across diverse platforms, including social media, professional journals, and websitesSources, screens and provides detailed profile summaries on candidates for executive or senior management positions across sectors including IT, Healthcare, Marketing, Executive/C-Suite, and Finance, covering both for-profit and nonprofit organizations

Partnered with Gold Collar Executive Management to provide sourcing and recruiting support for the Headquarters of a major Auto Parts RetailerQualified candidates accordingly and created pools of talent for each open job requirement utilizing various recruiting tools and practicesCreated and maintained job postings via LinkedIn Recruiter and IndeedAccountable for tracking and reviewing all incoming resumes/applicants from JobVite, LinkedIn and Indeed and sourcing to the appropriate open requirements

iMethods, Inc. is an Award-winning Best Places to Work, Healthcare IT Consulting & Staffing firm.Leveraged industry knowledge, relationships, and online resources to identify and recruit top candidates for local Jacksonville organizations searching for technology talent Worked closely with Account Managers and Hiring Managers to ensure quality and timely deadlines were metCreated robust internal talent pool using various searching methodologiesRecruited potential employees leveraging user groups, internet, job fairs and community networkingDuring tenure locked down two of the largest full-time placements within the banking/finance sector and successfully staffed a large call center initiative with a 2 day turn around for EverBank, a leading Jacksonville financial/mortgage institution

Randstad North America, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Randstad N.V., the world's largest HR services provider. Randstad's North American operations comprise 5,700+ associates and a deployed workforce of more than 86,000 in the U.S. and Canada. In addition to staffing and recruitment, Randstad offers outsourcing, consulting and workforce management solutions for generalist and specialist disciplines, including technology, engineering, accounting and finance, clinical and non-clinical healthcare, human resources, legal, life sciences, manufacturing and logistics, office and administration and sales and marketing.Onsite Manager for the Merrill Lynch Campus accountable for all aspects of talent delivery, branch operations, monitoring budget and productivity of accountManaged and developed Account Managers on staff, including one on ones and performance reviewsCreated and implemented an “account specific” RCS Branch manual including retention plans and recruitment ladderDeveloped and sustained strong relationships with hiring managers campus-wide to stay fully aligned with their business needs and strategic goalsAssisted client with the implementation of a VMS system to streamline the management of the recruiting/staffing process

Exclusively performed all staffing functions including resume review, screening and interviewing for the Merrill Lynch AccountManaged a talent pool of over 150 employees at the client site and ensured accurate payroll processingProcess new hire and benefit packages for candidate on boarding and performed new hire orientationsManaged employee files and maintained the confidentiality of all critical informationDeveloped a robust talent pool by utilizing internet job boards, resume databases, job postings, and leveraging a wide network of referralsSecured new business opportunities by strategically marketing talent across multiple departments

Responsible for the start -up of a new business, acquired necessary licensing, established accounting and sales practices, created logo, menus, brochures and other signageEvaluated and interviewed prospective clients, reviewed menu options and created unique solutions for weekly meal plansMarketed culinary services to individuals and businesses through networking events Achieved a 55% sales growth in the first year of startup exclusively through word-of-mouth referrals

Oversight of operational budget, expenses and forecasting for the Jacksonville BranchConsistently managed aging reports to maintain a turnaround of under 30 days by implementing proactive follow-up strategies, streamlining payment processes, and addressing outstanding balances promptly to support efficient cash flow management\rimary point of contact for key clients, ensuring their staffing needs are met promptly and effectively, supervise candidate screening, interviews, and selection processes, ensuring the best talent is sourcedEnsure all staffing placements comply with legal, regulatory, and client-specific requirementsLead, mentor, and motivate recruiters to meet performance targets

Full accountability for supporting the staffing requirements for Sun Coast's top 4 National Accounts; Merrill Lynch, Coach, Suddath/United Van Lines and Stein MartRecruited, screened and evaluated temporary employees for administrative and mortgage banking positionsFacilitated job fairs and lunch and learns to increase talent poolProvided exceptional customer service and quality assurance throughout the assignment, which included consistent follow up with our employees and client’s Planned and coordinated client and employee appreciation breakfasts and luncheonsPerformed all administrative functions, including payroll, A/R, and month end reporting

Facilitated interview scheduling process with all levels of Executive Management, including schedule availability, candidate profile information, salary requirements and Management Assessment Test ResultsArranged travel, accommodations, and local transportation for out-of-state candidatesCoordinated dinner and lunch plans, site tours, and various meet-and-greet eventsResponsible for helping coordinate candidate relocation visit and transfer to the area