PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

As the Sr. Talent Development Specialist for our Inspire Company Restaurant (ICR) level team members and management teams, you will play a crucial role in shaping our company Inspire U development program, building on our cultural beliefs, and supporting a robust learning strategy for our team member experience. You will also be responsible for fostering a positive work environment and promoting continuous learning and development initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and implement strategies to boost team member engagement and ROI on executed Inspire U development programs.
• Support the design and implementation of a comprehensive learning and development program for restaurant team members.
• Cultivate and reinforce a positive and inclusive company culture that aligns with our core values and mission.
• Promote class attendance and execution by monitoring overall execution and sharing results with restaurant leadership teams.
• Offer guidance on the creation of Individual Development Plans for teams members enrolled in our development programs. 
• Drive initiatives that enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and motivation.
• Identify skill gaps and development opportunities, providing recommendations on program improvements.
• Promote recognition to celebrate outstanding performance and accomplishments.
• Provide recommendations and assess the efficacy of current training practices and content.
• Maintain an attitude of flexibility that allows performance above and beyond the parameters of this position description.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and / or relatable professional work experience

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

• Passion for fostering a positive work culture and supporting team member growth
• Working knowledge of group setting learning delivery
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive working relationships
• Strong understanding of culture development and employee engagement strategies
• Demonstrated experience in creating and implementing learning and development programs

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS or ABILITIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to assess needs, influence, collaborate, deliver and leadership
• Presentation Skills
• Ability to set direction, develop and lead learning and development strategies that are aligned with business strategy
• Time/Organization Management
• Coaching and ability to act as a mentor
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence and persuade
• Innovation and creativity

 

Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.

We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.