Talent Acquisition Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Actively seek out qualified candidates via Indeed and other authorized sourcing platforms for positions such as General Managers, Assistant Managers, and Shift Supervisors.

• Recognize candidates who possess leadership abilities, team development skills, customer service expertise, and experience in restaurant or high-volume food service environments.

• Engage in candidate outreach and ensure continuous follow-up throughout the recruitment process.

• Develop and uphold a pool of qualified candidates to meet current hiring demands and prepare for upcoming store openings in 2027 across Texas.

• Perform initial phone screenings to evaluate qualifications, leadership experience, availability, and suitability for the position.

• Clearly communicate job expectations, responsibilities, and pertinent information regarding joining Wonder.

• Organize and coordinate candidates through the necessary interview stages with hiring managers.

• Maintain prompt communication to foster a positive candidate experience.

• Follow up with candidates and hiring partners to ensure a smooth and efficient recruitment process.

• Collaborate with the Texas Talent Acquisition Lead to prioritize open positions, review candidate pipelines, and align sourcing efforts with business requirements.

• Work in partnership with store operations leaders and hiring teams to facilitate timely hiring decisions.

• Track candidate progress and communicate any delays, sourcing challenges, or hiring gaps.

• Assist with pre-opening hiring initiatives and meet recruitment deadlines for new stores in Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin.

⛳️ Requirements

• Prior experience in recruiting or talent acquisition, ideally in restaurant, hospitality, retail, or high-volume hiring sectors.

• Proficiency in sourcing candidates through Indeed or similar job boards.

• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems; experience with Paradox is an advantage.

• Strong skills in phone screening, interviewing, scheduling, and candidate communication.

• Exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail, capable of managing multiple openings and candidates at once.

• Capacity to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and achieve results in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.

• Strong follow-up, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Flexibility to accommodate evolving hiring priorities as Texas expansion initiatives unfold.

• This role is based in Texas.

• Employment eligibility verification will be conducted through the federal government's E-Verify program.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Supportive and inclusive work environment.