Foodemployment.com’s Proven Recruiting Process
We follow a structured, ten-step process to deliver the right talent for every role:
- Client Alignment – Gain approval and collaborate with stakeholders to understand the role, requirements, culture, and value proposition.
- Strategy Development – Define a clear recruiting plan tailored to the position and company.
- Sourcing – Identify top talent through our database, networks, referrals, job boards, and proactive outreach.
- Engagement – Approach candidates with a compelling introduction to the opportunity and company.
- Screening & Interviewing – Evaluate candidates thoroughly on experience, skills, motivation, and cultural fit.
- Position/Company Promotion – Discuss the role and company in a way that generates interest, excites the candidate and builds commitment.
- Submission – Provide qualified, well vetted, interested candidates, along with a detailed fit summary.
- Interview Coordination – Schedule and manage interviews, communicate with all parties, and check references.
- Offer Management – Support offer presentation, negotiate when necessary, and secure verbal acceptance.
- Follow-Up – Ensure a smooth onboarding process and check in with the new hire post-placement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Foodemployment.com is the nation’s trusted recruiting partner for food, beverage, ingredient, and flavor manufacturers. With over 25 years of specialized experience, we understand the unique challenges of hiring in this industry and know how to identify and attract the right talent. Our expertise spans from executive leadership to critical technical and operations roles, ensuring you gain access to professionals who can make an immediate impact. By partnering with Foodemployment.com, you’ll save time, reduce hiring risks, and gain a recruiting partner fully committed to your success.
For candidates, we offer more than just job opportunities—we provide guidance, connections, and career support to help you stand out in this competitive industry. From resume assistance to introductions with leading employers, we’re here to help you find the right role where your skills and experience can shine.
A contingency search is the most common type. With this model, you only pay a fee if you hire a candidate we present to you. It's a low-risk option ideal for roles that are not time-sensitive or highly specialized.
An engaged search requires a small, non-refundable fee upfront to secure our services, but the majority of the fee is still contingent on a successful hire. This model dedicates more of our time and resources to your specific search.
A retained search is reserved for critical, high-level roles. It involves an exclusive partnership and is paid in installments, typically at the start, middle, and end of the search process. This model guarantees a dedicated focus and a comprehensive, customized recruitment strategy.
Our expertise is what sets us apart. We don't just find resumes; we find the right people. Our recruiters have a deep understanding of the food, beverage, ingredient, and flavor manufacturing industries, allowing us to accurately assess a candidate's technical skills and industry fit.
To ensure the highest quality, we begin with our extensive network of professionals, built through decades of successful placements and industry relationships. Each candidate undergoes thorough vetting, including in-depth interviews, skills assessments, reference checks, and background verifications. We leverage our deep understanding of the food and beverage landscape to match innovators, leaders, and experts who not only meet technical requirements but also align with your company culture and strategic goals.
This approach allows us to provide top-tier talent faster, simpler, and more cost-effectively than traditional hiring methods. Our clients consistently report higher retention rates and faster onboarding, backed by our history of placing thousands of high-caliber professionals across leading organizations. Whether you're seeking executive-level expertise or specialized roles, we're committed to exceeding your expectations every time. We only present you with candidates who have been thoroughly vetted and are truly qualified.
Working with us gives you a significant advantage in your job search. We have exclusive access to a wide range of job opportunities that are not publicly advertised. Our recruiters act as your personal career advocates, providing expert guidance on your resume and interview skills. We connect you with top-tier companies that align with your career goals and values. Partnering with us streamlines your job search, saving you time and giving you a competitive edge.
We specialize in placing professionals across the entire spectrum of the Food, Beverage, Ingredient, Flavor & Nutraceutical Manufacturing industries. This includes everything from R&D, Quality, Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Engineering, Regulatory, Sensory & Executive Leadership etc. We handle all exempt level (salaried) roles, including:
- Executive Leadership: C-suite, VP, and Director-level positions.
- Technical & R&D: Food Scientists, Flavorists, Chefs, and Quality Assurance professionals.
- Engineering & Operations: Plant Managers, Production Managers, Engineers, and Supply Chain specialists.
- Commercial: Sales, Marketing, and Business Development professionals.
Never! We will never charge job seekers a fee.
Our fee structure is transparent and based on the type of search you choose. For contingency searches, the fee is a percentage of the candidate's first-year base salary and is only due upon a successful hire. For engaged and retained searches, a portion of the fee is paid upfront, with the remaining balance due upon the candidate's start date. We are happy to discuss the specifics of each model and create a solution that works best for your hiring needs.
Yes, we stand by the quality of our placements. We offer a replacement guarantee to ensure your peace of mind. While the specific terms can vary depending on the search type, we will work with you to find a replacement candidate at no additional fee if the initial hire leaves within the agreed-upon timeframe. This guarantee reflects our confidence in our ability to find the right talent for your company.