The Area Leader of Recruiting is responsible for leading the full cycle recruiting process for restaurant management positions and providing strategic support for crewmember hiring within a specific market. This role partners directly with the area leadership to assess manpower needs, executes the near and long-term strategy including rolling out new programs and processes. The physical work environment includes working in a fast-paced kitchen environment (which requires extended periods of physical exertion, such as walking, standing, lifting and bending) and interacting with customers. It also includes both inside and outside work in varied temperatures, working with and around food products, common allergens, industrial equipment, commercial cleaning products that require the use of personal protective equipment and physical activities necessary to complete the responsibilities of the job. Your Impact and Responsibilities: Creates a talent pipeline to coincide with the organization’s growth strategy Owns the full cycle recruiting process for both internal and external candidates Leads the New Restaurant Opening (NRO) crewmember hiring strategy to ensure staffing needs are met Develops market and regional partnerships to support recruiting efforts in the region Leads the restaurant management recruiting process to ensure consistency across all markets Owns the manpower planning and talent selection process for the assigned area(s) Builds the company employment brand and increases the presence within the communities through partnerships with universities, networking organizations, community-based organizations, vendors, etc. Develops annual manpower plans for the area field-based support leader’s review on a quarterly basis Cultivates strong working relationships with regional leadership and supports teams ensuring recruiting efforts are aligned with goals and objectives Provides recruiting reporting to all internal stakeholders Completes other duties as assigned 
