Field Recruiter

About Grocery Outlet:

• Our Mission: Touching lives for the better

Our Vision: Touching lives by being the first choice for bargain-minded consumers in the U.S.

Our Values & Behaviors: Achievement, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Family, Fun, Integrity & Service

About The Team:

The Grocery Outlet Recruiting & Training team hires and develops Aspiring Operator Trainees (AOTs), the critical pipeline of Independent Store Owners. We combine rigorous sourcing, assessment, and training to ensure candidates are well prepared for the realities of store ownership. Our team collaborates closely to deliver best-in-class recruitment, while keeping our culture of fun, continuous improvement, and entrepreneurial spirit at the center.

About The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Recruiter to manage the full-cycle recruitment of AOT candidates. In this role, you'll own the sourcing, engagement, assessment, and closing of candidates who are ready to pursue store ownership. You'll partner closely with leadership to meet placement goals, guide candidates through a complex evaluation process, and play a key role in strengthening the long-term pipeline of Independent Operators. This role reports to the Manager - Field Recruiting.

Responsibilities Include:

Talent Identification & Outreach

• Source and engage qualified candidates through referrals, direct outreach, job boards, and industry networks.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to evaluate leadership, retail/management experience, financial readiness, and relocation flexibility.
• Effectively communicate the business ownership opportunity and set clear expectations.

Candidate Management & Assessment

• Manage the candidate journey from initial conversation through training assignment and store placement.
• Facilitate assessments, panel interviews, and evaluation checkpoints, consolidating feedback into clear recommendations.
• Maintain accurate candidate pipelines and documentation in CRM (Salesforce).
• Address questions related to business ownership, investment, and relocation to support candidate decision-making.

Recruiting Marketing & Relationship Building

• Represent Grocery Outlet at industry events, webinars, and networking functions.
• Build lasting relationships with candidates, referral partners, and industry contacts to strengthen pipeline flow.
• Collaborate with Marketing to support campaigns that attract diverse, entrepreneurial minded talent.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Partner with recruiting leaders and cross-functional teams to forecast pipeline needs and meet annual AOT placement targets.
• Share insights and best practices while supporting continuous improvement of recruiting processes and tools.
• Contribute to team knowledge-sharing and help elevate recruiting standards across the organization.

About The Pay:

• Base Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 Annually
• Annual Bonus Program
• Equity
• 401(k) Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, Vision & More!
• Final compensation will be determined based upon experience and skills and may vary based on location.

About You:

• 3-5 years of recruiting experience in a corporate or agency environment; franchise or leadership recruiting experience a plus.
• Proven success in managing full-cycle recruiting and closing candidates.
• Strong business acumen and comfort discussing financial readiness, relocation, and ownership opportunities.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions at multiple levels.
• Proficiency with CRM/ATS systems (Salesforce preferred) and recruiting technology.
• Highly organized and adaptable, able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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