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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Ajax, Ontario
Senior Level
full_time

About the role

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

Position Summary Recruits top quality candidates for hiring managers throughout the organization. Manages the recruitment process to include screening, interviewing, skills assessment, and candidate evaluation. Builds strong relationships with hiring managers to ensure the ability to influence, guide and drive the recruitment process. Coordinates the talent acquisition process with hiring managers throughout the organization. Post requisitions, screen candidates, set up interviews, debrief with interview teams, and advise on offer parameters. Maintains applicant tracking system in accordance with department procedures and government compliance requirements.

Location: The successful candidate should be able to commute to the Ajax DC at least 4 days a week.

Essential Functions Process Management:

  • Manages the recruitment process for a functional area, working with the hiring manager on new and replacement requisitions
  • Maintains ATS (applicant tracking system) to ensure compliance with company policies and government requirements.
  • Prepares offer letters and may present offer to candidate
  • Conducts new hire administration process to include receiving employee number, preparing and forwarding new hire paperwork.
  • Manages workload using process metrics and KPIs including Time to Fill, Quality of Hire, Manager Feedback, Candidate Feedback, and others as identified to drive process and report progress. Maintains recruitment metrics including position control list, time-to-fill statistics, and turnover reporting and more.

Hiring Manager Guidance

  • Confirms specific needs/requirements and sets expectations for difficulty of search.
  • Analyzes reports and uses relevant information to inform and influence leaders.
  • Counsels hiring manager on offer parameters
  • Educates internal customers on the recruiting and selection process through ongoing counsel and periodic training sessions to enhance staff management skills.

Sourcing

  • Posts positions on various talent boards and sites
  • Works with Talent Sourcing Specialist on hard to fill positions.
  • Provides input to social media campaigns or posts as needed

Evaluation & Selection

  • Creates interview guides and evaluation tools for the hiring team.
  • Evaluates resumes and applicants, and screens candidates utilizing defined recruitment methods to determine which candidates to move forward in the hiring process.
  • Serves as the first point of contact for candidates, utilizing technology to ensure a consistent candidate experience.
  • Conducts applicant screening interviews to obtain work history, education, training, job skills, salary requirements, and to provide information about Gordon Food Service (GFS) and positions.
  • Coordinates and schedules interviews and debriefs with interview teams.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • High School Diploma Required
  • Bachelor Degree in Human Resources, Business or related degree preferred
  • PHR or SPHR certification preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least one year previous staffing experience or three years previous staffing experience.
  • Action Orientation - Initiating Action, Energy
  • Collaboration - Team Orientation, Networking
  • Customer Engagement - (add definition)
  • Communication - Clarity of Communication, Listening & Attending
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness (add definition)
  • Results Focus - Drive for Results
  • Self Management - Time Management, Meeting Management, Organization and Attention to Detail
  • Talent Management - Cultural Awareness, Selecting and Deploying Talent
  • Knowledge of behavioral based interviewing techniques

Equipment / Tools / Technology

  • Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer)
  • Google Apps (Gmail, Chrome, Calendar, Docs, Forms, Slides, Sheets, Drive, Sites, Groups)
  • Applicant Tracking software (iCIMS)
  • Laptop or Desktop Computer

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

About Gordon Food Service

Food and Beverage Services
10,000+

We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate.

We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada.

Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee.

Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities.

Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.