Kimberly Hersey
Taunton,MA
Summary
Experienced recruiting professional seeking a Senior Recruiter role with Gordon Food Service, leveraging a proven track record of delivering results, building strong relationships, and displaying positive influence. Committed to supporting organizational growth, and contributing to a high-performing, collaborative culture
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Gordon Food Service
Taunton, MA
10.2021 - Current
- Serve as a strategic partner to assigned business units, aligning hiring needs with business goals
- Manage full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management
- Balance hiring manager expectations, compliance requirements, and candidate experience
- Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to influence hiring decisions
- Leveraged AI-driven tools to enhance overall efficiency
Full Cycle Recruiter/ Talent Acquisition Lead
Advantage Solutions
04.2016 - 03.2020
- Consistently met hiring goals by sourcing and placing qualified candidates across diverse roles
- Managed full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer facilitation, and onboarding
- Built strong relationships with business partners to assess and meet staffing needs
- Leveraged AI-driven recruiting tools to enhance screening & applicant experience
Packing Room Supervisor
Ocean Spray Cranberries
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Supervised 60 employees in a high-volume production environment during harvest/fresh fruit season
- Ensured product quality standards and maintained a safe, compliant workplace
- Managed data entry and tracking of inventory flow in and out of the facility
- Received award for highest customer satisfaction rating in 20 years
Assistant Manager
Dunkin Donuts
08.2004 - 07.2015
- Fostered a guest-focused environment to drive satisfaction and brand loyalty
- Ensured execution of brand standards, systems, and operational procedures
- Hired, trained, and developed staff to support team performance and growth
- Managed labor and food costs while maintaining operational efficiency
- Oversaw cash handling procedures and ensured financial accuracy
Portrait Studio Manager
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
02.1999 - 04.2009
- Create timeless memories for families while exceeding company standards and customer service
- Maximizing sales and goals on a weekly, monthly, quarterly & yearly basis
- Implemented studio events, promotions to drive sales
- Build client relationships for returned business
- Proper handling of equipment & maintained a safe environment for families
- Trained and developed studio staff to ensure high performance and service standards
- Partnered with the District Manager to support leaders across MA, RI, and Southern NH
Education
Woman In Trucking Ambassador FY 2025 & 2026
Emerging Leaders Completion FY2026
J&P Cup Award Winner FY2025
Skills
- Relationship Building & Communication
- Leadership & Team Management
- Talent Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Organizational
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Customer Focus
- Deliver Results
Certification
- Serve Safe Certified
- HAACP Certified
- SQF Certified
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Gordon Food Service
10.2021 - Current
Full Cycle Recruiter/ Talent Acquisition Lead
Advantage Solutions
04.2016 - 03.2020
Packing Room Supervisor
Ocean Spray Cranberries
07.2015 - 12.2015
Assistant Manager
Dunkin Donuts
08.2004 - 07.2015
Portrait Studio Manager
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
02.1999 - 04.2009
Woman In Trucking Ambassador FY 2025 & 2026
Emerging Leaders Completion FY2026
J&P Cup Award Winner FY2025