Event Staffing Resource Manager
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Event Staffing Resource ManagerDepartment: Catering and Events Administra 800050Employment Type: Full TimeLocation: EventsReporting To: Jackie CardenDescriptionWHO WE'RE LOOKING FORContinental is looking for a standout Staffing Resource Manager. We're looking for someone who thrives while collaborating, loves building cross-department relationships, and seeks open communication. A perfect culture fit would be someone who takes their work seriously but not themselves as much. And if you love food and the service industry, that's even better!Regarding role specifics, we're looking for someone obsessed with the details that lead to successful event execution and increasing brand recognition.Staffing Resource Manager reports to Senior Vice President of OperationsWHO YOU AREStaffing Resource Manager at Continental is a valuable member of our team who:* A Leader in Staffing Operations: You possess proven experience overseeing a staffing team, ensuring the seamless allocation of resources to meet dynamic business needs. You excel in developing team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment that supports both immediate and long-term operational goals.* Proactively Identifies Vulnerabilities: You have a sharp eye for recognizing potential gaps in staffing, processes, or systems and take swift, strategic action to address these vulnerabilities before they impact operations. Your foresight ensures the team is always prepared for challenges.* A Strategic Problem-Solver: You anticipate challenges, analyze data-driven insights, and craft proactive solutions that prevent disruptions. You thrive in environments requiring agility, balancing short-term needs with long-term strategic planning to maintain operational stability.* Unbiased and Balanced Decision-Maker: You approach staffing decisions with integrity and fairness, considering the needs of the business, the leadership team, and individual team members. Your ability to balance these priorities ensures trust, consistency, and equitable outcomes.* A Collaborative Partner: You work seamlessly with operational leaders to align staffing strategies with broader business objectives. Your ability to maintain open communication fosters a culture of partnership and ensures mutual understanding of priorities and expectations.* A Champion of Continuous Improvement: You are committed to refining staffing processes, enhancing systems, and implementing innovative solutions that drive efficiency and improve outcomes. Your focus on optimization ensures the team operates at its best.* Data-Driven and Detail-Oriented: You rely on robust reporting and analytics to inform decisions, monitor performance, and identify opportunities for improvement. Your methodical approach ensures accountability and precision across all staffing operations.* A Visionary Planner: You balance immediate staffing needs with long-term workforce planning, ensuring that the business remains agile, scalable, and prepared for future growth.* Holds a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Planning, or a related field, or demonstrates equivalent experience with a proven track record of success.* Offers extensive industry knowledge with 5+ years of experience in the food and beverage industry, with a strong focus on event production and operational excellence.* Wants a flexible career* Is interested in growing within a dynamic team* Is committed to excellence* Works best in a creative, collaborative environmentWHAT IMPACT YOU'LL MAKE* Ensure Seamless Staffing Operations: By leading the staffing team, you will create and maintain a structured and efficient process that supports operational excellence and ensures resources are allocated effectively to meet the company's goals.* Strengthen Business Resilience: Your ability to identify vulnerabilities and implement proactive solutions will mitigate risks, ensuring the business operates with stability and readiness, even in dynamic or high-pressure situations.* Drive Balanced Decision-Making: By taking an unbiased approach, you will foster trust across the organization, creating outcomes that align with the best interests of the business, leaders, and team members.* Enhance Operational Agility: Your strategic planning and foresight will help the company navigate challenges with confidence and ensure that staffing resources adapt seamlessly to fluctuating demands.* Evaluate and Optimize Staffing Tools: Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the current staffing tool (Nowsta) to evaluate its functionality, performance, and alignment with organizational needs. Engage with end-users, stakeholders, and IT teams to gather feedback, identify pain points, and pinpoint inefficiencies. Benchmark the existing tool against market-leading technologies to ensure the organization is leveraging the best solutions available.* Foster a Culture of Excellence: Through your leadership, the staffing team will embody accountability, collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement, contributing to a high-performing organizational culture.* Elevate Data-Driven Insights: By leveraging analytics and robust reporting, you will empower leadership with actionable insights to improve decision-making and optimize staffing efficiency.* Build Strong Partnerships: Your collaboration with internal leaders and external partners will strengthen relationships, ensuring alignment across all levels of the organization and access to top-tier staffing resources.* Support Sustainable Growth: Your ability to balance immediate needs with long-term strategies will directly contribute to the company's scalability, positioning the organization for continued success and excellence.#CONALBWHAT YOU'LL ENJOY* Growth opportunities* Total Rewards Benefits Package with full medical benefits, parental leave, and 401(k) match* Generous paid time off and paid holidays* A people-first environment where doing meaningful, fulfilling work is central and a rewarding team dynamic is essentialWHO WE AREBacked by a tireless commitment to high-quality, innovative culinary offerings and unparalleled client and guest services, Continental consistently ranks among the top contract dining and refreshment providers in the nation, according to Food Management Magazine, the industry's source for food service news and trends.Our MissionDelight our guests, every meal, every day.We Are Curious.Bold, original thinking and an innate curiosity for what's new and next drive us to shake things up and create remarkable experiences.We Dream Big.We embrace the unknown and adventures, big and small, individually and collectively. By being proactive and striving for more, we continue to grow personally and professionally. And we're not afraid to dig into a challenge.We Champion Each Other.Collaboration, teamwork, and trust aren't just buzzwords to us-they genuinely define our culture.We're committed to cultivating an environment where everyone feels welcome, from our team members to our guests, at the table. We know the best results happen when all perspectives are shared, and all voices are heard.We do more than just dish up great meals. Continental creates memorable experiences every day at our markets, corporate cafés, premier events, and more. If hospitality is in your DNA, if you're passionate about making a difference, and if you're eager to roll up your sleeves and be part of a team of experts, we're looking for you.Continental is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.