Kristen Wehbe
Bloomfield,NJ
Summary
Results-oriented HR Coordinator skilled in employee relations and HR policies. Proven ability to streamline recruitment and enhance staff training, contributing to improved organizational efficiency and employee engagement. Strong organizational and communication abilities with a focus on improving HR processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Clifton, NJ
01.2018 - 10.2024
- Crafted and served beverages in high-volume environment, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Managed bar inventory, maintaining stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Trained new staff on drink preparation and service standards to enhance team efficiency.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food and beverage service during peak hours.
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, enhancing loyalty and repeat business.
Marketing Intern
Behaviorally
Teaneck, NJ
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Developed and executed digital marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility.
- Conducted market research to identify consumer trends and preferences.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create engaging content for social media platforms.
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials, including brochures and presentations.
- Coordinated logistics for promotional events, ensuring successful execution and attendee engagement.
Bartender
Yesterday's Bar & Grill
Clifton, NJ
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring cleanliness of work area.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining positive dining experiences and brand reputation.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
HR Coordinator
Doherty Enterprises
Allendale, NJ
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Supported multiple departments during internship, quickly acquiring and retaining knowledge across functions to contribute effectively beyond core responsibilities.
- Started as an HR Intern and earned promotion to HR Coordinator within 6 months, demonstrating strong performance and growth potential.
- Coordinated recruitment processes, enhancing candidate experience and streamlining onboarding procedures.
- Proficient in HRIS platforms including Workday and UltiPro, with experience navigating and utilizing various HR systems to support daily operations
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Implemented employee engagement initiatives, fostering a positive workplace culture and improving retention rates.
- Managed HRIS updates, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and regulations.
- Reduced time-to-hire by optimizing interview scheduling processes, leading to faster decision making.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions tailored to specific roles.
- Developed training materials, supporting staff development and aligning with corporate objectives for performance improvement.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05-2024
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee relations
- Customer relations
- Company organization
- People-oriented
- Labor law and general compliance
- Professionalism and integrity
- Confidentiality and discretion
- HR software proficiency
- Workforce planning
Timeline
HR Coordinator
Doherty Enterprises
10.2024 - 07.2025
Bartender
Yesterday's Bar & Grill
04.2024 - Current
Marketing Intern
Behaviorally
11.2021 - 04.2022
Bartender
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
01.2018 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
William Paterson University of New Jersey