Adelaide Simons
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Highly-focused and ambitious human resources manager bringing several years management experience with extensive customer service, public relations and philanthropic background. Astute and proactive problem-solver possessing elevated business and operations acumen honed through progressive career history, diverse industries knowledge and accomplished education. Talented in key hr functions, spanning employee hiring, training, development and retention-promoting relationship building. Results-driven professional leverages people and best practices to create accountable performance. Change agent with history of driving continuous performance improvements. Develops and executes strategies to attract, develop, engage, and retain strong and diverse talent.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Hiring Manager
American Dream Home Remodeling
Raleigh, North Carolina
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted interviews to evaluate candidates' qualifications and fit.
- Collaborated with project teams to identify staffing needs and timelines.
- Managed recruitment process for skilled tradespeople and project managers.
- Developed job descriptions to attract top talent in home remodeling.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to streamline hiring procedures.
- Coordinated onboarding processes for new hires in the remodeling sector.
- Maintained relationships with local trade schools for talent sourcing.
- Assisted in creating training programs for new employees on company standards.
- Organized orientation sessions for new employees to ensure smooth onboarding experience.
- Maintained a database of potential candidates for future openings.
Host
Carolina Ale House- LM Hospitality
Raleigh, North Carolina
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Maintained contact with kitchen and serving staff to properly handle dining details and address concerns.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Spoke with patrons to make conversation, answer questions or to respond to complaints.
- Took beverage orders and served drinks during peak meal times.
- Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
- Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
- Helped restaurant staff set up small and large events to coordinate smooth execution.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Receptionist
Vibez LLC
Raleigh, North Carolina
09.2019 - 07.2025
- Managed front desk operations and greeted clients warmly.
- Assisted in organizing company events and meetings for staff engagement.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
- Updated and recorded customer or client information to maintain accounts.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
- Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
- Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
- Provided support to administrative staff with various clerical tasks.
Host
Winstons Grille
Raleigh, North Carolina
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Greeted and welcomed guests upon arrival at the restaurant.
- Managed reservations and organized seating arrangements efficiently.
- Provided information about menu items and specials to enhance guest experience.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure timely table turnover and service flow.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved minor issues with professionalism.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
- Maintained a positive atmosphere, contributing to a friendly dining environment.
Education
Associate of Science -
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC05-2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Training and mentoring
- Team building
- Relationship building and management
- Workforce planning
- Collaborative approach
- Human resources policies
- Talent acquisition plans
- Recruitment process
- Data entry
- Event coordination
- Administrative support
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hiring Manager
American Dream Home Remodeling
10.2025 - Current
Host
Carolina Ale House- LM Hospitality
01.2025 - 07.2025
Host
Winstons Grille
05.2023 - 07.2024
Receptionist
Vibez LLC
09.2019 - 07.2025
Associate of Science -
Wake Technical Community College