Max Bauer

Experience

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  Grand Traverse Resort and Spa

  May 2011 - Aug 2011

  Front Office Agent

  -Provided exceptional customer service to guests at 600 room property-Maintained guest accounts, stayed knowledgeable about resort activity, and assisted in guests in planning activities or trips during the duration of their stay-Cross trained in Bell Services, utilizing a positive attitude and proper etiquette to ensure customer satisfaction

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  Catawba Island Club

  May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Beach Bar Bartender

  -Helped supervise and operate outdoor beach bar, providing excellent customer service to patrons-Rotated and trained in different bars on property, learning an array of spirits and cocktail recipes -Collaborated with co-workers to develop, plan, and facilitate a Family Carnival for members

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  Delaware North

  May 2013 - Aug 2013

  Fine Dining Intern

  -Executed supervisory tasks and managed associates in three unique dining environments: Tiger Club (Fine Dining Restaurant), Champion’s Club (Exclusive Lounge/Bar), Stadium Suites (Personalized Dining)-Anticipated guest concerns, troubleshot problems, and executed guest service recovery

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  Northstar Cafe

  Jul 2014 - Feb 2017

  Managing Partner

  As a managing partner I worked cohesively with other partners to be, "The most loved restaurant," and played an integral/evolving role in the success the of the most dynamic restaurant company in Columbus, including management of service and culinary teams. I was the Beverage Manager at our Easton Town Center location.

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  InnoSource

  Mar 2017 - Sept 2018

  At InnoSource, I played a key role in delivering tailored talent acquisition solutions for high-volume customer service, IT support, finance, call center operations, collections, inside sales, and more. InnoSource provided both talent acquisition and on-site outsourcing services, specializing in recruit-to-order solutions for businesses in need of specific, quality candidates.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:Managed full-cycle recruitment for various operational roles, with a focus on attracting high-quality, employed candidates by offering an enterprise-grade benefits package that helped facilitate successful career transitions.Collaborated with clients to understand their unique needs, delivering custom, recruit-to-order solutions instead of simply reassigning employees between clients.Provided On-Site Outsourcing services that helped clients accelerate change, re-engineer business processes, and increase talent levels while maintaining control over their internal teams.Focused on building strong relationships with clients to ensure their talent and operational needs were met through InnoSource’s unique staffing and outsourcing model, which included increased capacity and lower costs.By leveraging InnoSource’s expertise in high-volume contact center and service center operations, I contributed to attracting top-tier talent and ensuring clients’ staffing strategies aligned with their business objectives. Show less

  • Account Manager

    Jul 2018 - Sept 2018

  • Recruiter

    Mar 2017 - Jul 2018
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  Vaco

  Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

  Associate Recruiter

  At Vaco, I provided specialized placement services for clients seeking top-tier talent across a range of industries, including general administrative and accounting roles. My focus was on ensuring that businesses had access to the most qualified candidates for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire positions. Vaco’s comprehensive staffing approach allowed me to fill both temporary and permanent roles in various key functions.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:Delivered end-to-end recruitment services for roles in office administration, accounting, executive support, customer service, human resources, payroll, legal, marketing, and more.Utilized a variety of sourcing tools and strategies to ensure clients were presented with the best candidates for unique positions.Developed strong relationships with both clients and candidates to understand their needs and successfully match the right talent with each opportunity.Worked across a wide range of functions including Staff Accountants, Bookkeepers, Credit & Collections Professionals, Inside Sales, and Marketing & Communications, consistently filling positions quickly and with high satisfaction.I was committed to helping Vaco’s clients meet their staffing needs by leveraging a customized approach to recruiting, ensuring high-quality placements for both short-term and long-term requirements. Show less

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  American Signature Inc.

  Dec 2019 - Feb 2022

  Corporate Recruiter - Home Office and Stores

  As a Recruiter at American Signature Inc., I managed full-cycle recruitment for a variety of roles at the corporate headquarters, including Finance/Accounting, Marketing, Security, IT/Digital, Interns, and High-Volume Customer Care. My work involved developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives to attract high-quality talent across diverse functions and supporting business growth.Key accomplishments:Led recruitment efforts for corporate roles, driving sourcing and hiring strategies that aligned with organizational needs.Collaborated closely with Store Managers to develop sourcing strategies aimed at attracting top-performing Sales Consultants.Played a pivotal role as a founding member of ASI’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Council, reporting directly to the CEO to help advance the company’s DEI initiatives.Represented ASI at university job fairs, strengthening the company’s presence in talent pipelines.Coordinated and managed the 2021 Diverse Summer Internship Program, successfully overseeing 10 interns and enhancing diversity within the talent pool.My time at ASI allowed me to further develop my recruitment skills while actively contributing to the company’s diversity and talent strategies. Show less

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  Bath & Body Works

  Feb 2022 - Feb 2025

  Senior Corporate Recruiter

  During my time at Bath & Body Works, I was responsible for full-cycle recruiting for a variety of functions across Corporate Headquarters and Distribution Centers including Design, Merchandising, Marketing, Finance/Accounting, IT/Digital, Interns, and Warehouse (hourly and exempt roles).Key Achievements:High-Volume Hiring: Played a pivotal role on a stretch assignment in hiring over 24,000 seasonal distribution center employees between 2023 & 2024 during peak season, showcasing my ability to manage large-scale recruitment campaigns effectively.Efficiency in Requisition Management: Consistently managed 8-10 recquistions at a time achieving an average time-to-fill of 25-41 days while ensuring the right talent was brought on board.Candidate and Hiring Manager Satisfaction: Consistently received 100% satisfaction scores from both candidates and hiring managers on feedback surveys, reflecting my dedication to delivering a positive hiring experience and maintaining strong relationships.With a deep focus on delivering results and enhancing the overall recruitment process, I contributed to building a strong and diverse talent pipeline that supported the business needs at Bath & Body Works. Show less

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  T. Marzetti Company

  Mar 2025 - now

  Senior Recruiter