Senior Manager, Field Recruiting

• $120,000 - $130,000 base salary range + annual bonus potential!
• 100% Remote in the United States. Due to state-specific regulatory requirements, Potbelly does not currently support remote work from the following states: Alaska, California, and Hawaii. To be considered for this position, you must be able to perform the role from a state not listed above at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

The Senior Manager of Field Recruiting will lead and manage all aspects of field recruiting across Potbelly’s company-owned operations and may also serve as a consultant to Potbelly franchisees. This role will develop and execute brand-specific recruiting strategies that reflect Potbelly’s business needs, values, and growth plans while partnering closely with Shared Services on recruiting systems, technology, platform strategy, and related process improvements. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic, hands-on approach, strong knowledge of the hospitality and restaurant talent landscape, and excellent leadership, communication, sourcing, and assessment skills.

· Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.

· Proven experience in field recruiting, preferably in the restaurant or hospitality industry.

· Strong leadership and team management skills.

· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

· Strategic thinker with the ability to create and implement effective recruitment strategies.

· Demonstrated experience in talent acquisition metrics and data-driven decision-making.

· Knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations. Experience in OFCCP compliance is a strong plus.

· Experience with applicant tracking systems and other HR software.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

If you are a results-oriented, strategic thinker with a passion for recruiting top talent and leading a high-performing team, we encourage you to apply for the position of Senior Manager of Field Recruiting at Potbelly.

Potbelly is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Potbelly are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Potbelly actively creates and promotes an environment that is inclusive of all people and their unique abilities, strengths, and differences. We respect and embrace diversity in each other, our customers, suppliers, and all others with whom we interact as an essential component in the way we do business. Diversity only strengthens our Potbelly vibe, who we are, and how we work.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. Each applicant will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted by [12/31/2026] to be considered for this position. The posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected before the deadline.