Wanderlust Wine Co
Austin, TX
Wanderlust Wine Co, a fast-growing business known for its unique event experiences and pop-ups, was facing significant challenges as they expanded both their operations and their brand. From managing last-minute staffing needs to scaling quickly, they needed a reliable solution. That's when they turned to HeyHire—a platform that streamlined their hiring process and helped them scale efficiently.
The Results Speak for Themselves
The Challenge & Solution
How HeyHire helped Wanderlust Wine Co overcome their hiring challenges and achieve remarkable results.
The Challenge
As a small, owner-operated business, Wanderlust Wine Co struggled with traditional hiring methods, such as social media, mainstream hiring platforms, and word-of-mouth referrals. These methods led to inconsistent staffing, no-shows, and last-minute cancellations, especially during big events. The business also faced challenges finding local talent who were familiar with their unique brand and needed an easier way to handle their growing staffing demands.
The Solution
HeyHire was the solution Wanderlust Wine Co needed to simplify the hiring process. With its easy-to-use interface, the business could receive real-time text alerts whenever someone applied, allowing them to stay on top of their hiring needs even while working on the floor. The ability to passively accept applications allowed them to build a talent pool for future hiring needs, ensuring they had the right people available when needed. HeyHire's local focus also helped target Austin-based talent, which was crucial for ensuring a quick turnaround for staffing events, especially with their pop-ups and themed experiences.
How HeyHire Transformed Their Hiring Process
A step-by-step look at how Wanderlust Wine Co leveraged HeyHire's platform to achieve their hiring goals.
Instagram Hiring Campaign
Wanderlust launched a strategic Instagram hiring campaign that drove massive traffic to their job openings. Their "Now Hiring" posts reached thousands of potential candidates in the Austin area, creating a buzz around working for their unique brand.
💡 Pro Tip: Leverage your brand's social media presence to attract candidates who already love your business.
Real-Time Application Management
As applications poured in, the team received instant text notifications and could review candidate profiles, experience levels, and availability all in one organized dashboard.
📊 Result: 300+ applications received in just 3 months
"Getting a text that somebody's applied gives you that immediate reminder that you have more work to do, but in a good way. It gets you excited that there are people interested in being part of your team."
Streamlined Interview Process
The platform's built-in communication tools allowed them to schedule interviews, send reminders, and coordinate with candidates without leaving the app. This reduced the time from application to hire to less than one day on average.
⚡ Impact: Less than 1 day average time from application to hire
"It was a one place consolidation to put their resume, their cover letter. It was just like my own portal that I was able to communicate with everyone instead of having DMs from this person, emails from that person."
Benefits Achieved
The tangible improvements and advantages that Wanderlust Wine Co experienced with HeyHire.
Real-Time Notifications
Real-time text alerts for applications
Talent Pool Building
Passive application collection for talent pool
Local Talent Focus
Local Austin-based talent targeting
Streamlined Process
Simplified hiring process for rapid scaling
The Numbers Tell the Story
Concrete data showing the impact of HeyHire on Wanderlust Wine Co's hiring efficiency and business growth.
The Transformation
Time to Hire
Cost per Hire
No-Show Rate
Team Growth Over Time
"We grew from 10 to close to 60 employees. It was truly astonishing that in such a short term of notice and searching for candidates, we were able to pull so many through HeyHire to meet our needs."
What They're Saying
Real feedback from the Wanderlust Wine Co team about their experience with HeyHire.
"HeyHire didn't just solve our hiring problem—they transformed our entire business. We went from scrambling to find staff for events to having a reliable pipeline of qualified candidates ready to work. The 4-hour hiring time and $6 cost per hire are game-changing. We've scaled from 10 to 62 employees across 3 locations, and HeyHire has been there every step of the way. It's not just a hiring platform; it's a growth engine for our business."
Sammy & Margaret Lam
Owners
Wanderlust Wine Co
Looking Forward
The impact of HeyHire and what the future holds for Wanderlust Wine Co.
Conclusion
For businesses looking to scale operations and streamline their hiring process, HeyHire offers a powerful solution. Whether you're a small operation or a growing brand with ambitious plans, HeyHire can help you hire smarter, faster, and more efficiently—ensuring you have the right team to support your success.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Wanderlust Wine Co is transitioning to a CPG retail brand, with plans to expand its products into restaurants, venues, and stadiums across Austin and beyond. With multiple locations and new event concepts planned, the need for a flexible, reliable hiring solution is greater than ever. HeyHire will continue to be a key partner as they scale their team to meet the growing demands of their business.
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