Director of Human Resources Multi-Unit Restaurant

HireNow Staffing•San Diego, CA

32d•$135,000 - $150,000

About The Position

HireNow Staffing is representing a rapidly expanding, multi-unit restaurant group seeking an experienced Director of Human Resources to lead their people strategy. This role is ideal for a senior HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment, has successfully overseen HR operations across multiple locations, and can balance both strategic leadership and hands-on HR execution. The HR Director will serve as a trusted advisor to ownership and senior leadership while managing a team that delivers HR support to more than 600 employees. This position requires strong expertise in compliance, employee relations, and organizational development, with a proven ability to guide teams through growth, change, and the complexities of California employment law.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent HR certification strongly preferred.
Minimum 2 years of HR leadership at the Director level , with a strong HR generalist foundation.
Proven track record managing HR for multi-unit, hospitality-based organizations with a workforce of 600+ employees.
Experience with workers compensation case management and litigation .
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, California, and local employment laws.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with the ownership team to design and execute HR strategies that support business objectives, strengthen workplace culture, and drive retention across all restaurant locations.
Multi-Unit Oversight: Provide consistent HR support for a geographically dispersed workforce of 600+ employees, ensuring alignment across restaurants while respecting unique operational needs.
Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor regulations, including California-specific requirements. Manage employee relations issues, investigations, and workers compensation cases, including litigation when necessary.
Team Development: Lead and mentor the HR team, fostering professional growth, accountability, and collaboration.
Talent Management: Oversee recruiting strategies, onboarding, training programs, and succession planning to build a pipeline of talent for both hourly and leadership roles.
Policy & Culture: Create and implement HR policies, performance management systems, and employee engagement programs that reflect the companys core values of respect, integrity, and service excellence.
Conflict Resolution: Act as a trusted resource for employees and managers, applying strong interpersonal and mediation skills to resolve conflicts fairly and effectively.