Talent Acquisition Specialist

Role Overview

Talent Acquisition partner works closely with the Recruitment Manager & brand heads to forecast and fulfil manpower needs. Drive end-to-end hiring for GIPLs restaurant brandsturning workforce plans into fast, high-quality hires across culinary, operations, support, and management. Build and nurture pipelines by mixing campuses, industry networks, referrals, and digital outreach, while actively engaging passive talent. Lead structured selection with hiring leaders, craft market-aligned offers, complete due-diligence checks, and hand off seamlessly to onboarding. Track TAT, source mix, and cost-per-hire to improve speed and quality, and amplify our employer brand through events and LinkedIn.

Role & responsibilities

• Partner with brand heads to identify manpower requirements across culinary, operations, Support, and restaurant managers roles.
• Develop tailored hiring strategies for niche roles, high-volume hiring, and urgent staffing requirements.
• Maintain a proactive talent pipeline to support business growth.
• Source candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, referrals, industry networks, culinary schools, and hospitality institutes.
• Screen applications and shortlist candidates based on role requirements and company culture fit.
• Engage with passive candidates to build long-term hiring relationships
• Coordinate and conduct interviews in collaboration with hiring managers.
• Develop role-specific interview formats and assessment tools.
• Ensure structured feedback collection and timely decision-making.
• Prepare salary proposals in line with company policies and market standards.
• Negotiate compensation and benefits while maintaining budget alignment.
• Issue offer letters and ensure smooth communication with selected candidates.
• Collect and verify employee documents as per company and statutory requirements.
• Ensure pre-joining formalities, background checks, and reference verifications are completed.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and candidate databases.
• Coordinate with HR and operations teams to ensure a seamless onboarding process.
• Conduct induction programs for new hires, ensuring they understand company policies and job expectations.
• Track and report recruitment metrics (TAT, source effectiveness, cost per hire, etc.).
• Identify process improvements to optimize hiring efficiency.
• Represent Gourmet Investments Pvt Ltd at career fairs, industry events, and campus drives
• Create engaging content for LinkedIn and other platforms to attract catering and hospitality talent.

Preferred candidate profile

• Students pursuing MBA in HR or any graduates are preferred.
• 2-7 years of experience in talent acquisition within catering, hospitality, or food service industries.
• Knowledge of recruitment documentation, compliance, and onboarding processes.
• Strong sourcing, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple hiring projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency with recruitment tools, applicant tracking systems, and MS Office.