Talent Acquisition Executive

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Salad Days is expanding its Talent Acquisition team in India, focusing on sourcing top talent for the fast-growing cloud kitchen network in Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, and Mumbai. The role targets blue-collar hires within the Food & Beverage sector and requires strong sourcing, screening, and recruitment capabilities to support rapid expansion.

The ideal candidate has experience in recruiting for F&B, excels at stakeholder management, and can manage multiple channels—from job boards to social media

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred but not required.
• 2–4 years in hiring blue-collar workers for cloud kitchens.
• Experience as a Recruiter or in a talent acquisition role, preferably within the Food & Beverage industry.
• Strong understanding of F&B industry roles, talent landscape, and market trends.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other HR tools or software.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies tailored to the F&B industry.
• Utilize diverse sourcing channels—job boards, social media, employee referrals, networking, and industry events to attract qualified talent.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and timely process.
• Manage the candidate experience from initial contact to the offer stage, ensuring professionalism and a positive impression at every step.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other HR databases.
• Stay updated on industry trends, labor market conditions, and competitor practices to refine sourcing strategies.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with candidates, external recruitment partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Support broader HR initiatives as needed, including onboarding, employee relations, and general HR administration.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

ATS proficiency

Sourcing/recruitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ATS/HR software

Job description

Salad Days, established in 2014, is a leader in India's healthy food revolution. We're all about creating gourmet salads and delicious meals that nourish your body and taste buds. Our mission? To make healthy eating a way of life for everyone in India. We use fresh, high-quality ingredients, operate with sustainability in mind, and uphold the highest standards of excellence.

Here's what makes working at Salad Days exciting:

• Fast-paced Growth: We're expanding rapidly across Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, and you'll be part of the excitement!
• Fresh & Healthy Focus: Be a part of a team passionate about creating delicious and nutritious meals.
• Multiple Locations: Work in a vibrant kitchen environment across our cloud kitchens and organic farm.

Are you ready to join our team and help us revolutionise healthy eating in India?

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Talent Acquisition Executive specialised in the Food & Beverage industry to join our dynamic

team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the unique challenges and requirements within the F&B sector

and will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and recruiting top talent to support our company's growth and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies tailored to the F&B industry.
• Utilize diverse sourcing channels—job boards, social media, employee referrals, networking, and industry events to attract qualified talent.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and timely process.
• Manage the candidate experience from initial contact to the offer stage, ensuring professionalism and a positive impression at every step.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other HR databases.
• Stay updated on industry trends, labor market conditions, and competitor practices to refine sourcing strategies.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with candidates, external recruitment partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Support broader HR initiatives as needed, including onboarding, employee relations, and general HR administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred but not required.
• 2-4 years in hiring blue-collar workers for cloud kitchens.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Recruiter or in a similar talent acquisition role, preferably within the Food & Beverage industry.
• Strong understanding of F&B industry roles, talent landscape, and market trends.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other HR tools or software.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.