Experience

True Calling Recruitment

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Recruiter and Account Manager

  • Jun 2023 - Present

  Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area True Calling Recruitment (powered by HR Annie) is a women-owned recruitment consulting firm. We are based in Portland Oregon serving clients locally, nationwide, & in multiple industries, all with one theme in common- they value their employees! This company was created through the idea that people can find joy and meaning in what they do for a living, it just takes the right middle-person to connect the candidate and employer. We take a holistic & collaborative approach… Show more True Calling Recruitment (powered by HR Annie) is a women-owned recruitment consulting firm. We are based in Portland Oregon serving clients locally, nationwide, & in multiple industries, all with one theme in common- they value their employees! This company was created through the idea that people can find joy and meaning in what they do for a living, it just takes the right middle-person to connect the candidate and employer. We take a holistic & collaborative approach supporting our clients with developing equitable and optimal recruitment strategies; while simultaneously helping candidates find roles where their passions can align with their profession, what we like to call a "True Calling"!

• Recruiter (HR Annie Consulting)

  • Jun 2021 - Jun 2023

  Portland, Oregon, United States True Calling Recruitment (powered by HR Annie) is a women-owned recruitment consulting firm. We are based in Portland Oregon serving clients locally, nationwide, & in multiple industries, all with one theme in common- they value their employees! This company was created through the idea that people can find joy and meaning in what they do for a living, it just takes the right middle-person to connect the candidate and employer. We take a holistic & collaborative approach… Show more True Calling Recruitment (powered by HR Annie) is a women-owned recruitment consulting firm. We are based in Portland Oregon serving clients locally, nationwide, & in multiple industries, all with one theme in common- they value their employees! This company was created through the idea that people can find joy and meaning in what they do for a living, it just takes the right middle-person to connect the candidate and employer. We take a holistic & collaborative approach supporting our clients with developing equitable and optimal recruitment strategies; while simultaneously helping candidates find roles where their passions can align with their profession, what we like to call a "True Calling"!



Sisters Coffee Company

• General Manager

  • Dec 2016 - Aug 2019

  Sisters, OR >Responsible for full cycle recruitment: screened applications, called references, set up interviews, conducted interviews, extended job offers, and onboarded. >Created a comprehensive interview strategy, and lead group and individual interviews >Developed job descriptions, built out team structure, and built a comprehensive training program, including creating and troubleshooting training manuals. >Offered compensation, discussed company policy, state and federal… Show more >Responsible for full cycle recruitment: screened applications, called references, set up interviews, conducted interviews, extended job offers, and onboarded. >Created a comprehensive interview strategy, and lead group and individual interviews >Developed job descriptions, built out team structure, and built a comprehensive training program, including creating and troubleshooting training manuals. >Offered compensation, discussed company policy, state and federal regulations, and healthcare. >Tracked and reported sales & labor trends & budgeted to meet company spending goals. >Lead the team in shop operations by managing daily labor and optimizing product flow. >Taught managers how to use labor and spending budgets to run shop operations. >Established a yearly review program to help team members to reach job goals. >Used open and kind communication skills to give positive and constructive feedback. Show less



Salt & Straw

• Food & Beverages
• 100 - 200 Employee

• General Manager

  • May 2015 - Dec 2016

  Portland, Oregon Area >Led a team of 55 employees by recruiting, developing, and retaining a large talented team. >Used applicant tracking systems to keep track of the recruiting and hiring process. >Responsible for full cycle recruitment: Screened applicants, scheduled interviews, lead group and individual interviews, extended job offers, trained new members of the leadership team. >Managed shop spending in a multimillion-dollar business to reach annual financial goals. >Held… Show more >Led a team of 55 employees by recruiting, developing, and retaining a large talented team. >Used applicant tracking systems to keep track of the recruiting and hiring process. >Responsible for full cycle recruitment: Screened applicants, scheduled interviews, lead group and individual interviews, extended job offers, trained new members of the leadership team. >Managed shop spending in a multimillion-dollar business to reach annual financial goals. >Held performance reviews, collaborated with team to mediate conflict & develop job skills. >Created a culture of kindness and legendary hospitality that inspired the team to take care of each other, guests, and uphold company values. >Collaborated with company leadership to delve into P&Ls and set updated goals and budgets. >Presented at company wide meetings, led shop meetings and assisted in new store openings. >Supported local community by maintaining important vendor & neighborhood relationships.

• Assistant Manager

  • Aug 2013 - May 2015

  Portland, Oregon Area >Lead fun and productive shifts that enhanced team and customer experience by embodying the company values. >Kept the team informed and focused on company communication and shop updates with engaging materials. >Proactively removed operational barriers so the team could focus on taking care of customers. >Maintained the shop look and feel by merchandising and being actively aware of surroundings. >Coached and developed the shop team by bringing the training approach… Show more >Lead fun and productive shifts that enhanced team and customer experience by embodying the company values. >Kept the team informed and focused on company communication and shop updates with engaging materials. >Proactively removed operational barriers so the team could focus on taking care of customers. >Maintained the shop look and feel by merchandising and being actively aware of surroundings. >Coached and developed the shop team by bringing the training approach and philosophy to life. >Accurately performed weekly inventory and daily banking duties and tracked daily sales and spending.



Whole Foods Market

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Front End Team Member

  • Jan 2013 - Aug 2013

  Portland, Oregon Area >Surprised and delighted the customers with consistent, kind, and thoughtful service. >Promoted global, regional, and store programs, such as the Whole Planet Foundation. >Worked successfully individually and collaboratively in a fast paced service environment. >Expanded my knowledge of products to sell products proactively using that knowledge.



BOMA.ngo

• Kenya
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Intern

  • May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Manchester, Vermont >Gained experience in research and daily operations of a non profit that focuses on poverty alleviation and climate change adaption in Africa and is committed to local leadership and women’s empowerment. >Researched international food aid and women’s empowerment initiatives. >Collected information on possible funding opportunities - foundations and grant makers. >Spearheaded tree planting project for BOMA. >Productively worked on my own and followed through with… Show more >Gained experience in research and daily operations of a non profit that focuses on poverty alleviation and climate change adaption in Africa and is committed to local leadership and women’s empowerment. >Researched international food aid and women’s empowerment initiatives. >Collected information on possible funding opportunities - foundations and grant makers. >Spearheaded tree planting project for BOMA. >Productively worked on my own and followed through with independent research projects. >Researched background information, media contact information, and any topic BOMA needed information on. Show less



St. Lawrence University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Resident Assistant

  • Aug 2009 - May 2012

  Canton, NY >Actively worked in a dynamic environment, making decisions both collaboratively and individually. >Planned and put into action educational and social programs to build community among residents and spoke before groups. >Managed all administrative duties in a timely manner. >Acted as liaison between residents and Residence Life Office.



Lamu Marine Conservation Trust

• Intern

  • Apr 2011 - May 2011

  Lamu, Kenya >Monitored the health of a sick green turtle with duties including feeding and noting daily changes. >Brainstormed ideas, such as small business creation and funding, to further develop and sustain LAMCOTs programs. >Advanced the education program that focuses on ecosystem and health issues in Lamu. >Created brochures to distribute to the Lamu community to establish a greater understanding of LAMCOTs projects. >Wrote grant proposals.



Akwesasne Task Force on the Environment

• Intern

  • Sep 2010 - Dec 2010

  Akwesasne, NY >Assisted members of the Task Force with daily activities and general organization. >Engaged local school children in opportunities to learn about their cultural heritage. >Maintained a heritage apple orchard for the local community and help in food provision and production for the local school.