Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the company

The Father’s Table is North America’s largest privately owned manufacturer of cheesecake and cake rolls. The business is driven by a mission to make quality desserts while also contributing to community causes, with its owner donating a significant share of profits to people in need. The company offers an opportunity to build a long-term career in an organization that values benefits, growth, and community impact.

Role overview

The Talent Acquisition Specialist role supports end-to-end hiring activity and helps create a smooth experience for both candidates and hiring managers. The position also covers onboarding, staffing coordination, HR support, and workers’ compensation administration. It is based in Sanford, Florida, reports to the Staffing Manager, and requires a regular Monday-to-Friday onsite schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Handle recruiting coordination on your own, including posting jobs, reviewing candidates, arranging interviews, and monitoring the hiring workflow.
• Act as the main contact for applicants and help ensure they have a positive experience throughout the process.
• Run onboarding tasks such as orientations, I-9 and E-Verify processing, and data entry in ADP.
• Keep employee files accurate and aligned with company rules and legal requirements.
• Prepare and follow recruiting metrics such as headcount, turnover, and hiring status.
• Arrange pre-employment steps including drug testing, background checks, and other required screenings.
• Manage workers’ compensation matters, including appointment scheduling, follow-up tracking, and document maintenance.
• Provide support for HR systems, timekeeping, and employee questions with limited oversight.
• Help with HR initiatives, events, and training-related systems when needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• At least 1–2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, or staffing is needed.
• You should be able to work independently, organize priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities are important.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams is expected.
• Prior exposure to HR platforms like ADP, E-Verify, or similar systems is an advantage.
• You must be able to perform well in a busy, deadline-focused environment.

Working arrangement

This is an onsite full-time role in Sanford, Florida. The schedule is Monday through Friday, and regular in-person presence is required. The role also calls for the ability to work independently while balancing several priorities at once.

Additional information

This position combines recruiting, onboarding, HR operations, and workers’ compensation support. It is designed for a self-starter who can manage multiple responsibilities, maintain compliance, and deliver timely results in a fast-moving workplace.