Allison Blandini

• Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
• Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
• Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
• Mentored junior HR professionals on best practices within the field, contributing to their professional development journey as future leaders in the industry.
• Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
• Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
• Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
• Increased employee satisfaction and engagement through creation and execution of targeted wellness and recognition programs.
• Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.

• Recruit and onboard for 15 departments ranging from Assistant Store Manager to Clerk level staff.
• Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
• Executed strong negotiation skills to be able to see both sides and work to reach agreements that satisfy both parties.
• Transformed underperforming and overstaffed department into trimmed-down and well organized staff.
• Fostered positive employee attitudes toward organizational objectives through effective orientations and townhall meeting systems.
• Served as the liaison between business divisions to facilitate communications.
• Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
• Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
• Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
• Partnered with department managers to assess specific needs.
• Advised top management on appropriate employee corrective actions.
• Managed the administration of benefits and compensation plans.
• Enhanced employee career paths through development of clear progression plans and continuous learning opportunities.

• Consistently provided exceptional service and attention to customers and stakeholders.
• Maximized food quality by closely monitoring shipments, preparation and food handling by team members.
• Sought out and implemented methods to improve service and team performance and boost business sustainability.
• Established and enforced standards of personnel performance and service to provide customers with consistent and positive experiences.
• Motivated staff through acknowledgment of hard work, achievements and instilling accountability while leading by example.
• Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
• Performed accurate monthly inventories of all food & selling supplies.
• Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff input on process enhancements and operational efficiencies.
• Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste and ensuring optimal product freshness for customers.
• Monitored daily sales figures closely, identifying trends and adjusting strategies accordingly to maximize profitability.
• Trained new staff members on company policies, food safety practices, and exceptional customer service skills to ensure seamless integration into the team.
• Scheduled over 75 employees using projected sales as guide.
• Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity.
• Achieved sales up to $100,000 per week at busiest location.

05/00 - 06/02 - Four Point by Sheraton, Portland, OR

03/99 - 05/00 - Westin Park Central - Dallas, TX

Restaurant Manager:

1996-1999 - Seattle Sheraton Hotel & Towers, Seattle, WA

Assistant Pastry Chef:

1991 - 1995 - Seattle Sheraton Hotel & Towers, Seattle, WA