HR Mini-Series Part 2, VP of People and Culture: Career Insights with Steve MacIntyre | That’s a Food Job! #126

About Steve McIntyre

Steve McIntyre is the Vice President of People and Culture at Fine Choice Foodsd Ltd. – a Richmond, BC-based manufacturer of premium Chinese and Asian specializing in hand-rolled spring rolls, gyozas (potstickers) and more.

What We Cover in This Episode

This is part two of FoodGrads’ three-part HR miniseries, where Steve breaks down exactly how hiring managers actually read resumes (hint: it’s five to seven seconds), what makes a candidate stand out in that window, and the interview habits that lead to success. He also gets honest about cover letters, ghosting, and what students can do to stay visible in a tough job market.

Key Take-aways

1. You have five to seven seconds to make an impression.
2. Lead with a personal summary, not your education.
3. Transferable skills tell your story.
4. Prepare at least two questions before your interview.
5. Visibility matters in a tough market.

Sponsor

De Lacy Executive Recruitment offers professional recruitment services for employers and candidates in agriculture and food. As a candidate, De Lacy will provide career development advice, career consulting, as well as preparation for interview success. Open communication, confidentiality, and complete transparency are a priority for De Lacy consultants.

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Links

• Steve McIntyre LinkedIn
• Fine Choice Foods Website
• Fine Choice Foods LinkedIn

Timestamps

• 00:00 – Intro
• 01:30 – Steve’s Role at Fine Choice Foods
• 04:00 – About Fine Choice Foods
• 07:30 – Steve’s Path into HR
• 13:00 – How Students Get Hired
• 17:00 – Reading Entry-Level Resumes
• 22:00 – Personal Summaries That Stand Out
• 26:00 – Are Cover Letters Worth It?
• 29:00 – Extracurriculars on Your Resume
• 32:00 – Showing Technical Skills
• 34:00 – What Impresses in an Interview
• 38:00 – Managing Interview Nerves
• 41:00 – Common Interview Mistakes
• 44:00 – How to Research Company Culture
• 48:00 – What Hiring Managers Actually Ask
• 52:00 – Job Searching in a Tough Market
• 56:00 – Final Advice for Students