Restaurant Talent Acquisition Specialist — Field Hiring Pro

DC RESTAURANT GROUP; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Restaurant Group, Arlington, VA, is seeking a Field Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive restaurant management hiring in an in-office role. You will partner with regional and general managers to forecast staffing needs and craft effective sourcing strategies across multiple brands.

You will actively source candidates through Indeed and LinkedIn, screen applicants, coordinate interviews, and manage the hiring process to build strong pipelines for both management and hourly roles across

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting within restaurant, hospitality, or high-volume environments.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open positions across locations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Regional, District, and General Managers to understand staffing needs.
• Lead recruiting for restaurant management positions (GM, Assistant Manager, Shift Leader).
• Source candidates via Indeed, LinkedIn, employee referrals, and other platforms.
• Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and maintain communication throughout hiring.
• Support hourly hiring needs across locations and build candidate pipelines.
• Collaborate with field leadership to identify staffing challenges and provide support.
• Manage job postings, track applicants, and maintain candidate data in ATS.
• Coordinate offers, background checks, and pre-employment steps.

Skills

Recruiting

Candidate screening

Stakeholder relations

High-volume hiring

LinkedIn sourcing

Interview coordination

Job description

Field Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Arlington, VA – In-Office

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an energetic and motivated Field Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing restaurant organization! Our company operates four well-known restaurant brands, including Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, Burger King, Round Table Pizza, and Buffalo Wild Wings, with locations across the East and West Coasts.

In this role, you will play an important part in helping our restaurant teams grow by identifying and connecting with talented individuals who are passionate about the restaurant industry. You will work closely with Regional Managers, District Managers, and General Managers to support their hiring needs, with a primary focus on recruiting restaurant management positions while also assisting with hourly staffing needs across our locations.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, connecting with people, and working in a fast-paced environment where every day brings something different.

What You'll Do

- Partner with Regional, District, and General Managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.

- Lead recruiting efforts for restaurant management positions, including General Managers, Assistant Managers, and Shift Leaders.

- Actively source and connect with candidates through Indeed, LinkedIn, employee referrals, and other recruiting platforms.

- Conduct candidate screenings, coordinate interviews, and maintain communication throughout the hiring process.

- Support restaurant managers with hourly hiring needs and help build strong candidate pipelines across locations.

- Work closely with field leadership to identify staffing challenges and provide recruiting support where needed.

- Manage job postings, track applicants, and maintain accurate candidate information within our applicant tracking system.

- Coordinate offers, background checks, and pre-employment requirements to ensure a smooth hiring process.

What We're Looking For

- Previous recruiting experience, preferably within the restaurant, hospitality, retail, or another high-volume hiring environment.

- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

- Ability to manage multiple open positions and hiring priorities across different locations.

- Experience sourcing candidates through Indeed, LinkedIn, and other recruiting platforms.

- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

- Ability to work independently while collaborating with restaurant managers and leadership teams.

- A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative to find the right candidates.

Why Join Our Team?

You'll have the opportunity to work with multiple established restaurant brands, build relationships with leaders across different markets, and make a direct impact on the growth of our restaurant teams. If you enjoy recruiting, connecting with people, and helping businesses build strong teams, we would love to hear from you!

DC Restaurant Group is the corporate headquarters supporting four restaurant brands: Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, Burger King (DC Burger), Round Table Pizza, and Buffalo Wild Wings (West Coast Wings).
Located in Arlington, VA, our corporate office provides support across multiple departments, including Human Resources, Finance, Operations, Facilities, and more. We are continuing to grow our corporate team and are looking for talented individuals to help support our restaurants across multiple states.