Recruiting/ HR Generalist

Cincinnati•Cincinnati, OH

7d•$75,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

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 Why Join Nothing Bundt Cakes Be part of a growing, people-first brand Play a key role in opening and staffing new bakery locations Collaborative leadership and hands-on HR environment Competitive compensation and benefits based on experience Join Our Growing Family From “Happy Birthday” to “Just Because,” Nothing Bundt Cakes ® is committed to bringing joy to our guests and our communities and helping make every celebration sweeter! Each bakery offers a warm and welcoming work environment with team members who embody this joy-filled brand and possess a Servant’s Heart, the Spirit of a Champion and the ability to make Genuine Connections. With over 500 bakery locations in 40+ U.S states and in Canada, there’s plenty of opportunity to join our family! Click here to learn more about Nothing Bundt Cakes ® . Employees at a franchised Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery location are employed by the franchise owner/operator and are not employees of Nothing Bundt Cakes Corporate (the franchisor). All inquiries about employment should be directed to the franchise owner/operator and not to Nothing Bundt Cakes Corporate. Each franchise owner/operator is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law. California Applicant Privacy Policy

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

Nice To Haves

Experience with Paychex, Indeed, or similar ATS/HRIS systems preferred
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 Staffing support during critical hiring periods