Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter) - Restaurants/Hospitality

At Specialty Restaurants, we don't just create meals, we craft unforgettable dining experiences at some of the most iconic restaurants and venues in the industry. With a legacy of hospitality excellence, we take pride in delivering outstanding service, exceptional cuisine, and breathtaking locations that keep guests coming back.

We are a growing, multi-state restaurant group headquartered in Costa Mesa, California with 14 locations and an ambitious plan to double our footprint over the next five years. We're looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner to own full-cycle recruiting and serve as a strategic hiring advisor to the business as we scale

Competitive Benefits:

• Industry-leading compensation package
• Comprehensive Health Plans that include, a variety of medical and dental plans, employer contribution HSA for yourself and dependents.
• Lifestyle Spending Account benefit, which supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, childcare, student loans & more!
• Variety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns
• 401k with annual employer match after 12 months employment
• Employer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employment
• Monthly Reward Dollars to use at various company locations.
• Accrued Paid Vacation
• Paid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidays
• Paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Education Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions

About the Role

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments, understands restaurant operations, and enjoys building recruiting infrastructure while still rolling up their sleeves.

What You'll Do

• Own full-cycle recruiting for restaurant management roles
• Partner closely with operations and leadership to understand workforce needs, forecast hiring, and align talent strategy with growth goals
• Manage high-volume hiring for restaurant roles while maintaining quality and speed
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies using job boards, referrals, social platforms, and local market outreach
• Create and maintain a strong employer brand and candidate experience
• Lead and continuously improve recruiting processes, tools, and workflows to support scale
• Ensure compliance with California and multi-state employment laws and hiring practices

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience
• Restaurant, hospitality, or multi-site retail recruiting experience required
• Proven experience hiring at scale across multiple locations and states
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Familiarity with ATS platforms and data-driven recruiting
• Knowledge of California employment and hiring regulations strongly preferred

Why Join Us

• Be a key player in a company with a clear, ambitious growth strategy
• Opportunity to shape talent strategy as the organization doubles in size
• High visibility and partnership with leadership
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth potential

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position (seated or standing) for extended periods of time while working at a computer.
• Frequent use of a computer, including typing, data entry, and reviewing documents on-screen.
• Occasional lifting or moving of files, office supplies, or equipment up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in person, over video, phone, and email.

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check.