Job Title:
Contract Recruiter - Eng & Product
Company: CookUnity
Location: New York City, NY
Created: 2026-03-04
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
About the Talent Team At CookUnity, Talent is at the core of how we scale with intention. As part of our growing Talent Acquisition team, youll join a tight-knit, high-impact group that values ownership, excellence, and strong partnerships. We act as strategic advisors to the business, working to identify and attract exceptional talent that aligns with our values and drives our mission forward. Were a people-first, product-led company that moves fast and stays focused on making an impacttogether. This is a remote-friendly hybrid role with a preference for candidates based in New York City, where we have a vibrant HQ and frequent in-person collaboration. The Role Were looking for a senior-level freelance recruiter to partner with our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers on high-impact searches across the U.S. and Canada. This role will focus on sourcing, engaging, and closing top-tier, values-aligned talent across diverse functionsincluding Engineering, Product, Data, and senior leadership roles. Youll collaborate closely with our in-house recruiting team to build strong pipelines, lead candidate engagement, and help drive hiring excellence during a key growth phase for CookUnity. What Youll Do Partner with hiring managers and the in-house recruiting team to own full-cycle searches or key portions of them, depending on project needs. Build strong pipelines of top active and passive candidates through strategic sourcing and personalized outreach. Act as a trusted partner and advisor to hiring managerssupporting intake, calibration, and hiring strategy discussions. Manage candidate experience end-to-end, ensuring clear communication, timely feedback, and a high-touch approach. Lead interview debriefs and structured decision-making, ensuring alignment with CookUnitys values and leadership principles. Collaborate on employer branding and market positioning to attract A+ talent in competitive markets. Leverage tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Greenhouse, GEM, and AI-based sourcing platforms to optimize reach and efficiency. Track and share progress using a data-driven approach, identifying opportunities to improve funnel health and time-to-hire. About You 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally in product-led, high-growth environments. Proven ability to recruit for Tech/Engineering, Product, or Data roles. Familiarity with North American and LATAM hiring markets. Fluent English levelfor verbal and written communication. Strong sourcing expertise and creative strategies to engage passive candidates. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders, providing both strategic guidance and hands-on recruiting support. Experience with ATS and CRM tools (we use Greenhouse) and strong command of LinkedIn Recruiter. Excellent communication and relationship-building skillsyou know how to represent the brand with professionalism and warmth. Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments with minimal oversight. Why CookUnity? Were a profitable, mission-driven company with over 70% YoY growth, passionate about transforming mealtime with chef-crafted, personalized meals. We value excellence, ownership, and relationshipsand were growing fast. Learn more about how we work: CookUnity's Leadership Principles If this resonates with you, wed love to connect! Why CookUnity? Were a profitable, mission-driven company with over 70% YoY growth, passionate about transforming mealtime with chef-crafted, personalized meals. We value excellence, ownership, and relationshipsand were growing fast. Learn more about how we work: CookUnity's Leadership Principles If this resonates with you, wed love to connect! recblid i0tt4166zqycadq02e7w21z6j4401f