Jennifer Cerrone
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc.
Valley Cottage,NY
19
years of professional experience
Strategic Talent Acquisition professional with 10+ years of experience in building high-performing teams through effective recruiting and strong business partnerships. Focused on enhancing candidate experiences and empowering leaders to hire with confidence. Expertise in developing recruiting strategies, implementing training programs, and optimizing hiring processes in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Talent Acquisition Partner | Leadership & Multi-Unit Recruiting
8 Years 2 Months- Lead full-cycle recruitment for management and leadership positions across multiple markets nationwide, partnering with senior operational leaders to develop talent strategies that drive business growth and improve hiring outcomes.
- Delivered monthly company-wide training sessions for managers on recruiting best practices, talent development, and compliance, enhancing manager capabilities in these areas.
- Develop creative sourcing strategies utilizing LinkedIn, job boards, networking, referrals, and market research to build diverse, high-quality talent pipelines.
- Evaluate candidate strengths through behavioral and situational interviewing, ensuring alignment with company culture and business needs.
- Partner with regional and corporate leaders to provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, talent pipelines, and hiring best practices, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Operate and maintain ATS to manage applicant flow and ensure compliance with all hiring policies.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with candidates, ensuring a positive and engaging experience throughout the recruitment process.
- Develop and deliver monthly company-wide training sessions for managers focused on recruiting best practices, talent development, and compliance.
Regional Recruiting Specialist
1 Year 9 Months- Managed high-volume recruiting efforts for hourly and management-level positions, achieving timely staffing to align with business demands.
- Conducted background checks and onboarding for new hires, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company standards.
- Oversaw HR functions for unit, including onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and benefits administration to maintain operational efficiency.
- Oversaw all aspects of HR for the unit, including onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and benefits administration.
- Facilitated new hire orientations and training sessions, enhancing retention and engagement through effective onboarding processes.
Senior Operations Manager
4 Years 5 Months- Led and developed a team of 100+ employees, promoting operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences in a high-volume environment.
- Recruited, interviewed, and onboarded management and hourly staff, ensuring effective training and compliance with operational standards.
- Designed and implemented staff development programs that increased retention and internal promotions.
- Managed budgets, conducted performance reviews, coordinated scheduling, and oversaw daily operations to maintain operational efficiency.
Recruiting Coordinator (Contract)
7 Months- Supported full-cycle recruiting efforts for the Retail Banking division, including scheduling, onboarding, and compliance tracking.
- Managed job requisitions, offer letters, and onboarding documentation in PeopleSoft to streamline candidate onboarding.
- Collaborated with HR and compliance teams to perform background checks, ensuring adherence to hiring regulations and promoting a compliant hiring process.
Talent Acquisition Operations / HR Coordinator
2 Years 1 Month- Coordinated interviews, managed background checks, and processed offer letters to streamline recruiting operations.
- Created and delivered multiple training programs on interview scheduling and hiring process best practices for recruiters and coordinators.
- Generated daily, weekly, and bi-weekly recruiting reports for leadership to provide accurate data for informed strategic planning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Skills
Full-Cycle Recruiting
Executive & Leadership Hiring
Talent strategy
Sourcing strategy
Workforce Planning
Business Partnership
Candidate Experience
Training & Facilitation
ATS & CRM
Process Improvement
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Partner | Leadership & Multi-Unit Recruiting
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc.
05.2018 - CurrentRead More
Regional Recruiting Specialist
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc.
08.2016 - 05.2018Read More
Senior Operations Manager
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc.
03.2012 - 08.2016Read More
Recruiting Coordinator (Contract)
Morgan Stanley
01.2010 - 08.2010Read More
Talent Acquisition Operations / HR Coordinator
EMC Corporation
04.2007 - 05.2009Read More
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Bachelor of Arts from Communication Studies
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