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Blake Parrish

Metairie,LA

Summary

Resourceful and meticulous Recruiter with over five years of experience communicating and collaborating effectively with all levels of personnel, agencies, hiring managers and candidates to maximize talent quality. Solutions-oriented relationship builder focused on cultivating and maintaining industry partnerships to maintain consistent candidate pipeline. Seasoned recruiting professional with proactive, flexible and hardworking approach to accomplishing employer hiring objectives. Works well with job boards, LinkedIn and ATS systems. Skilled in coaching, overseeing and encouraging successful recruiters.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Trainer

SaltGrass SteakHouse
02.2024 - Current
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided ongoing support for certified individuals, offering guidance as they navigated new challenges in their professional roles.
  • Developed innovative training materials, resulting in higher levels of trainee satisfaction.
  • Consistently received high ratings on trainer evaluations, reflecting a strong commitment to excellence in education and professional development.

Bartender

Walk On's Sports Bistreaux
07.2023 - Current
  • Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
  • Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
  • Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
  • Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
  • Organized bar supplies in stock room to support timely and efficient retrieval and replenishment.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.

Crew Chief

IHOP
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Applied knowledge of coverage needs and team member skills to establish work schedules.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed in accordance with FAA regulations.
  • Managed daily operations of team members to ensure efficient and successful completion of tasks.
  • Followed and supervised work practices to support safety and risk management guidelines.

Hourly Recruiter Specialist

Waffle House
12.2015 - 03.2022
  • Worked closely with HR team members to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to employment law.
  • Collaborated with department heads on succession planning initiatives related to staffing needs.
  • Attended job fairs and networking events in order to promote organization's brand and build relationships with potential talent pools.
  • Assisted in new hire onboarding process by coordinating background checks and drug screenings.
  • Developed or implemented recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs.
  • Interviewed job applicants to obtain information on work history, education or job skills.
  • Assisted with recruiting functions by placing employment ads and reviewing job applications.
  • Maintained an updated database of resumes from potential candidates for future openings.
  • Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation and benefits.
  • Researched, identified, and recruited potential candidates through job postings, career fairs, social media platforms, and employee referrals.
  • Advised management on organizing, preparing or implementing recruiting or retention programs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ellender Memorial High School
05.2015

Skills

  • Health Codes Compliance
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Process Improvement
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Resume Scanning
  • Recruitment
  • Policy Development
  • Talent Management
  • Project Management
  • Pre-Employment Screening
  • Employment Law Knowledge
  • New Hire Orientation
  • Training and Onboarding
  • Background Checks

Performance Assessment

Coaching Techniques

Training Needs Analysis

Public Speaking

Timeline

Certified Trainer

SaltGrass SteakHouse
02.2024 - Current

Bartender

Walk On's Sports Bistreaux
07.2023 - Current

Crew Chief

IHOP
03.2022 - 06.2023

Hourly Recruiter Specialist

Waffle House
12.2015 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

Ellender Memorial High School

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