Sr. Manager, Bakery Recruiting

Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you

Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance - Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security - A competitive 401(k) with immediate company match, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development - Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries' learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support - HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards - Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across bakery performance and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking aSr. Manager, Bakery Recruiting to join our team at our Los Angeles Headquarters in Westchester, CA. As the Sr. Manager, Bakery Recruiting, you will be accountable for delivering timely, high-quality hiring outcomes across bakery operations by leading a team of recruiters while directly managing critical requisitions. This role plays a vital part in ensuring our bakeries are fully staffed to meet production demands by removing hiring bottlenecks, setting clear performance expectations, and maintaining direct accountability for hardtofill and highimpact roles.

Based in our Los Angeles office four days a week, you'll be right at the center of the action. This role offers the perfect blend of high-impact collaboration with your recruiting partners and daily, front-row exposure to our operational priorities.

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead and develop a team of recruiters to consistently deliver hiring results across bakery operations
• Directly manage and fill high-priority and hardtostaff bakery requisitions to ensure uninterrupted production
• Remove process bottlenecks and improve hiring speed while maintaining quality and compliance
• Align recruiting strategy with bakery production needs, workforce plans, and operational timelines
• Establish clear performance expectations, metrics, and accountability for recruiting outcomes
• Partner with bakery leadership and HR to anticipate talent needs and proactively address gaps
• Ensure a consistent, scalable recruiting approach that delivers qualified talent across locations

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive recruiting or talent acquisition experience
• At least 3 years of people leadership experience, including managing recruiter performance
• Proven experience supporting high-volume or operational hiring environments
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced settings
• Strong stakeholder partnership and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience supporting manufacturing, bakery, or food production environments
• Experience recruiting for hourly, skilled, and leadership roles
• Data-driven mindset with experience using recruiting metrics to drive results
• Familiarity with workforce planning and operational hiring models
• Experience working across multiple locations or regions

Call to Action

Ready to grow your career with a company that values your work and your future?

Apply today and become part of our team at Aspire Bakeries!

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.