Kristine Rodriguez

HR Manager @Panda Restaurant Group

Rosemead, CA, US

Partners with corporate departments in the facilitation of People Planning involving the development and coaching of associates; evaluates internal candidates for vacant/new positions and identifies high potential associates.• Coaches and advises the leadership team for assigned corporate departments on hiring high quality associates compatible with PRG mission and culture, conducting effective associate performance evaluations, assisting associates with career and personal development, and resolving associate relations issues, conducting investigations as needed.• Develops and executes corporate staffing plan, working closely with corporate department heads, to ensure both internal and external pipeline of candidates; forecasts staffing needs to fill vacant positions on a timely basis and provide for future company growth; analyzes local labor market and identifies special market dynamics; and sources external candidates using a variety of sources. • Conducts a variety of training classes to enhance associate capabilities, including 7 Habits, Interviewing Skills, Creating Individual Development Plans, etc. May also conduct orientation sessions for new hires to ensure retention and understanding of PRG mission and culture. Follows up with new hires to ensure adequate and appropriate training opportunities and courage their participation.• Participates in HR projects and special initiatives with enterprise-wide impact and may lead smaller projects and special initiatives.

California State University-San Bernardino

Mass Communications