HR/Recruiting Specialist
About The Position
Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a Recruiting-focused HR Generalist to support staffing needs across multiple bakery locations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-volume recruiting, enjoys working directly with field leaders, and understands the pace and urgency of retail or food service hiring. Primary Focus: Recruiting & Staffing Manage high-volume recruiting for bakery roles including: Bakery Managers Assistant Managers Bakers, Frosters, Utility, Joy Creators, and other hourly positions Partner with Bakery Managers, District Leaders and Directors to understand staffing needs and hiring timelines Post, manage, and optimize job postings across multiple platforms Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and assist with hiring decisions Build and maintain candidate pipelines for new store openings and ongoing turnover Track recruiting metrics such as applicant flow, time-to-fill, and hiring trends Support in-person and virtual hiring events as needed Additional HR Responsibilities Support onboarding and new hire orientation Assist with employee relations issues and documentation Ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws Assist with benefits, timekeeping, and general HR inquiries Support retention initiatives and staffing strategies during slower seasons Travel Expectations Travel to bakery locations as needed to support: New store openings In-person interviews and hiring events Staffing support during critical hiring periods Expected travel may vary by business need but can include day trips and occasional overnight stays Flexibility to travel on short notice during peak hiring or opening timelines
Requirements
- 2+ years of recruiting or HR experience (retail, restaurant, or multi-unit preferred)
- Proven experience with high-volume hourly recruiting
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with field leadership
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Experience with Paychex, Indeed, or similar ATS/HRIS systems preferred
Nice To Haves
- SHRM Certified
Responsibilities
- Manage high-volume recruiting for bakery roles including Bakery Managers, Assistant Managers, Bakers, Frosters, Utility, Joy Creators, and other hourly positions
- Partner with Bakery Managers, District Leaders and Directors to understand staffing needs and hiring timelines
- Post, manage, and optimize job postings across multiple platforms
- Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and assist with hiring decisions
- Build and maintain candidate pipelines for new store openings and ongoing turnover
- Track recruiting metrics such as applicant flow, time-to-fill, and hiring trends
- Support in-person and virtual hiring events as needed
- Support onboarding and new hire orientation
- Assist with employee relations issues and documentation
- Ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws
- Assist with benefits, timekeeping, and general HR inquiries
- Support retention initiatives and staffing strategies during slower seasons
- Travel to bakery locations as needed to support new store openings, in-person interviews and hiring events, and staffing support during critical hiring periods
Benefits
- Bonus based on performance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
