Privacy Policy: South Paw Kitchen Staffing

Effective Date: February 12, 2026

At South Paw Kitchen Staffing, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information of our clients, candidates, and employees. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.

1. Information We Collect

To provide top-tier culinary staffing services, we collect the following types of information:

• Candidates: Contact details, resumes, employment history, certifications (e.g., ServSafe), references, and background check results.

• Clients: Business names, contact person details, billing addresses, and specific staffing requirements.

• Website Users: IP addresses, cookies, and usage data via our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the data collected to facilitate the perfect "match" between kitchens and talent:

• Placement: Matching candidates with appropriate job openings.

• Communication: Sending job alerts, interview confirmations, and industry updates.

• Compliance: Verifying the legal right to work and conducting necessary safety screenings.

• Payroll & Billing: Processing payments for placed staff and invoicing clients.

3. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal information. We only share data in the following contexts:

• With Clients: We share candidate resumes and professional profiles with potential employers.

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who manage our payroll, background checks, or email hosting.

• Legal Necessity: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures (including encryption and secure servers) to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of your personal data.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Delete your data (the "Right to be Forgotten"), subject to legal record-keeping requirements.

• Opt-out of marketing communications at any time.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your data rights