Recruiting Specialist

Available at the following locations:

Hybrid in Marietta, GA or Meriden, CT.

Wage:

$65,000 - $75,000

About the Role:

The Recruiting Specialist role isresponsible for running the full-cycle recruitment process to attract and hiretop talent that aligns with PopUp Bagels’ values, culture, and businessobjectives. This role partners closely with hiring managers and the HR Directorto identify staffing needs, develop sourcing strategies, and hire candidatesacross our Retail, Production, and Corporate functions. This role is integral in ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

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About PopUp Bagels

Our scratch-based kitchens prioritize individuals with a genuine passion for high-quality food and running exceptional shop operations. We take enthusiastic individuals and guide them into skilled chefs and restaurant professionals. Joining our team means advancing your understanding of various restaurant roles, honing your culinary skills, developing leadership abilities, and thriving in our dynamic environment. If you value education, purpose, and flavor in a community, we welcome you to join us. Popup Bagels originated as a backyard pickup window, aiming to share a freshly crafted bagel recipe with friends. It has evolved into multiple PopUp and permanent locations, offering always-fresh weekend pickup. Our mission is simple: crafting the finest, freshest bagels. There is no extravagance, just pure perfection: a crispy crust, a soft crumb center, an ideal size, and the perfect blend of seeds. We're proud recipients of theBrooklyn Bagel fest "Best Bagel" award for two consecutive years, and we're eager for you to experience a dozen of our delectable bagels.

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You Will:

Partner with hiring stakeholders to understand staffing needs and develop job postings that attract qualified candidates.
Source, screen, and interview candidates through job boards, social media platforms, networking, and direct outreach.
Manage the candidate pipeline and maintain communication with applicants to ensure an efficient hiring process.
Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring teams.
Conduct reference checks and assist with background screening processes.
Track recruitment metrics, prepare reports, and recommend process improvements.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and internal hiring policies.
Support employer branding initiatives and represent the company at career fairs, campus events, and networking functions, as needed.

You Have:

Experience andEducation Requirement:

High school diploma required, Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, AIRS certification) preferred but not required.
1–3 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, and/or human resources.
Experience sourcing and managing candidates across multiple platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed, applicant tracking systems).
Proven success filling roles across a variety of job levels and functions. Specific experience in filling roles in retail and production functions, preferred.
Strong knowledge of recruitment practices and effective sourcing strategies.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple requisitions and prioritize competing demands.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in Google/Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems (ATS) (ADP and Harri, preferred)
Ability to build strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
Demonstrated problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.

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Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to travel occasionally to attend recruiting events, career fairs, or on-site interviews.

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Perks

Join a fast-growing, entrepreneurial company with opportunities for career advancement
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401K, and paid time off

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Notes:

The duties of this position may change from time to time. PopUp Bagels reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of PopUp Bagels or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general work level. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. PopUp Bagels is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, age, ancestry, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, unemployment status, gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender dysphoria, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, disability, covered veteran and/or military status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, familial status as that term is described under other protected statuses or any other characteristic as protected under applicable federal, state and local law. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility

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PopUp Bagels is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, age, ancestry, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, unemployment status, gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender dysphoria, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, disability, covered veteran and/or military status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, familial status as that term is described under other protected statuses or any other characteristic as protected under applicable federal, state and local law.