We’re Hiring: Recruiter — Bilingual English/Spanish

Position: Recruiter
Location: Kei Concepts Headquarters

Address: 17011 Beach Blvd, Suite 676, Huntington Beach, CA 9264

Pay: $26–$28 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Work Arrangement: Onsite in the office; local travel to restaurant locations and recruiting events as needed.

About Kei Concepts

Kei Concepts is a restaurant group with a growing family of dining concepts across Orange County. Our people bring each concept to life, and we’re looking for a Recruiter who enjoys connecting with others and helping build great teams.

Position Summary

The Recruiter will coordinate recruitment across our restaurant concepts, including new restaurant openings, and provide restaurant onboarding and HR administrative support as needed. Working closely with HR, Operations, and hiring managers, this role helps connect candidates with opportunities and keeps the hiring process organized, responsive, and welcoming.

Entry-level candidates are welcome—we’re open to training someone who brings strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Spoken proficiency in English and Spanish is required to communicate with candidates and employees throughout the hiring process.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment Planning and Sourcing

Partner with HR, Operations, and restaurant managers to identify staffing needs, prioritize vacancies, and coordinate hiring timelines.
Support recruitment for new restaurant openings, aligning hiring activities with orientation and opening schedules.
Prepare and maintain accurate job postings using approved job descriptions, qualifications, and pay ranges.
Source candidates through job boards, employee referrals, schools, workforce agencies, and community partnerships.
Help organize and attend career fairs and other recruiting events.

Candidate Screening and Interview Coordination

Review applications and conduct initial candidate screenings in English and Spanish.
Discuss position requirements, availability, work locations, and compensation expectations with candidates.
Schedule interviews, maintain booking pages, and provide clear instructions and reminders.
Communicate interview invitations, follow-ups, hiring updates, and rejection notices professionally and promptly.
Maintain accurate recruiting boards and candidate records, including outreach attempts, interview feedback, and next steps.
Follow up with managers on hiring decisions and communicate delays or staffing concerns to HR.

Offer Coordination and Onboarding Support

Assist with offer coordination, when applicable, confirming approved compensation, position details, and anticipated start dates.
Provide onboarding support for restaurant concept new hires as needed, including hiring paperwork and orientation coordination.
Follow company recruitment procedures and escalate compliance questions to the HR Manager.

Reporting and Process Improvement

Track recruiting activity and advertising expenses within the approved budget.
Assist with recruiting updates and quarterly reports on vacancies, hiring activity, time to fill, recruitment costs, turnover trends, and sourcing effectiveness.
Recommend improvements to candidate communication, scheduling, sourcing, and recruitment workflows.

HR Administrative and Team Support

Provide administrative coverage when HR team members are on leave, assisting with assigned tasks, pending requests, and follow-up.
Support training coordination, preparation of approved materials, and performance evaluation administration as assigned.
Handle confidential candidate and employee information with discretion.
Refer employee concerns and matters requiring review or approval to the appropriate HR representative or HR Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Spoken proficiency in English and Spanish is required to communicate with Spanish-speaking candidates and employees.
Entry-level candidates are welcome; recruiting, HR, administrative, customer service, or restaurant experience is a plus.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow up consistently, and meet deadlines.
A proactive approach and willingness to learn, ask questions, and work collaboratively.
Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially.
Familiarity with Microsoft 365 or similar office software, with the ability to learn recruiting and scheduling systems.
Experience with Indeed, ADP, Monday.com, or Microsoft Bookings is a plus.
Ability to work onsite at our Fountain Valley office and travel locally to restaurant locations and recruiting events as needed.

Benefits & Perks

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Earn up to 104 hours of PTO annually, with a maximum accrued balance of 156 hours.
40 hours of paid sick leave annually.
20% dining discount across Kei Concepts brands and restaurants.
Monthly company lunches.
Kei Parenting Program, including diaper reimbursement and flexible working hours within the onsite work arrangement.
Hands-on training, opportunities for growth, and a supportive HR team.

Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and company policies.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Kei Concepts is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make employment decisions based on job-related qualifications, without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

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