A home to beloved Korean BBQ brands is looking for a dynamic, hands-on Director of Human Resources to lead their HR function across a growing multi-state restaurant group. This role is responsible for overseeing all HR operations including employee relations, recruiting, compliance, payroll oversight, benefits administration, SOP updates, and HR strategy. You’ll manage and mentor a small HR team and collaborate closely with leadership to ensure a positive employee experience and operational excellence.

They are seeking a strategic thinker who’s also ready to roll up their sleeves—someone who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment and brings strong emotional intelligence, business acumen, and a proactive mindset to everything they do.

Salary: $150,000 / year DOE

Director of Human Resources Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all HR operations for employees across multiple restaurant locations
• Supervise and develop the Senior HR Manager and HR Administrator
• Oversee payroll processing and tip tracking in coordination with Paycom
• Conduct initial candidate screenings, coordinate interviews, and manage onboarding/offboarding
• Monitor and track key HR metrics
• Ensure compliance with labor laws across multiple states and update SOPs/handbooks as needed
• Manage benefits administration and renewals with external brokers
• Collaborate with legal counsel and leadership on investigations, legal matters, and sensitive employee issues
• Participate in senior leadership meetings and contribute to company-wide initiatives
• Occasionally visit restaurant locations to support employee relations and engagement

Director of Human Resources Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Experience in hospitality, restaurant, or retail industries required
• Proven experience in multi-unit and multi-state HR environments
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance, labor laws, and payroll/tip tracking
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and professional presentation tools
• Experience with Paycom, Toast, or similar HRIS/POS platforms preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; HR certification required if no degree
• Bilingual in Spanish or Korean is a plus
• Ability to work onsite full-time, Monday–Friday
• Able to navigate a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with professionalism and positivity

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• $25K company-paid life insurance
• Fantastic PTO
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Work directly with executive leadership
• Be part of a positive, upbeat culture in a modern and tech-forward office

Join a team that values innovation, cultural awareness, and growth. Apply now!

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