Assistant Manager Human Resources

Position Overview:Job Title: Assistant Manager - Talent AquisitionDepartment: Human ResourcesJob Location: Worli, MumbaiPosition Overview:The Assistant Manager – Talent Acquisition will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment activities for the Banquet venues, Outdoor Catering (ODC), and Corporate Services across unit locations and Catering Collective corporate office This role is critical in ensuring the organization attracts, hires, and retains high-quality talent across frontline, mid-management, and leadership roles, aligned with business growth plans.The incumbent will play a key role in building a structured, scalable, and data-driven hiring engine, while ensuring speed, quality, and cultural fit.ESSENTIAL ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Talent Acquisition Strategy & PlanningPartner with business heads (Operations, Culinary, Sales, SCM, Corporate) to understand manpower plans and hiring forecasts Build monthly and quarterly hiring plans aligned to AOP and expansion roadmap Develop role-wise hiring strategies for different segments: Banquet Operations & Service Teams Culinary (Chefs, CDPs, Commis, R&D roles) Sales & Event Teams Corporate & Support Functions Casual & Temporary Workforce 2. End-to-End Recruitment ManagementManage the complete recruitment lifecycle: Sourcing → Screening → Interviews → Offer → Onboarding Ensure TAT adherence and timely closure of positions Maintain a strong pipeline of ready-to-hire candidates for critical roles Drive bulk hiring for events, seasonal demand, and expansions 3. Sourcing & Talent Pipeline DevelopmentBuild multi-channel sourcing strategies: Job portals (Naukri, LinkedIn, Indeed) Social media hiring Industry referrals & networks Vendor partnerships (staffing agencies, manpower suppliers) Develop a strong database of chefs, service staff, and operations talent Identify and onboard reliable manpower vendors for casual staffing 4. Employer Branding & Talent AttractionWork with Marketing team to: Strengthen employer brand presence on LinkedIn & social platforms Showcase culture, employee stories, and growth opportunities Drive initiatives to position the organisation as an employer of choice in hospitality 5. Stakeholder ManagementWork closely with: Venue Heads / GMs Executive Chefs Sales Leaders Corporate Function Heads Ensure clear understanding of role requirements, quality benchmarks, and timelines Conduct structured interview coordination and feedback loops 6. Data, MIS & ReportingTrack and report key recruitment metrics: Time to Hire Cost per Hire Offer to Joining Ratio Source Effectiveness Attrition (new joiners) Build weekly and monthly hiring dashboards for leadership review Identify gaps and continuously improve hiring effectiveness 7. Process & ComplianceStandardize recruitment processes across units Maintain compliance with company policies and statutory requirements 8. Onboarding & ExperienceEnsure smooth onboarding experience for all hires Coordinate with HR Ops and Admin for: Documentation Joining formalities First-day readiness Track new joiner retention and early attrition 9. Continuous ImprovementIdentify process gaps and implement improvements Introduce technology-driven solutions (ATS, automation tools) Build bench strength for critical roles Key Deliverables (KPIs)Hiring TAT: Closure within defined timelines Quality of Hire: Performance & retention of new hires Offer to Joining Ratio: Target improvement month-on-month Cost Optimization: Efficient vendor and sourcing management Pipeline Strength: Ready database for key roles Qualifications & Experience:Bachelor’s degree or MBA in Human Resources or related field.3–6 years of experience in HR Operations, Employee Engagement, and Employee Relations.Experience in the hospitality or service industry preferred.Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.Proficiency in MS Office and HR survey tools.Key Competencies:Employee-centric and approachable personalityStrong event planning and execution skillsCreative and proactive in engagement and branding initiativesExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesAnalytical and data-driven approachEmpathetic, organized, and collaborative team player

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