Human Resources Manager - Restaurant

Multi-Unit Hospitality | Nashville-Based

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a growing multi-unit hospitality organization. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Human Resources across multiple restaurant locations, while partnering closely with operations leadership to foster a positive culture, ensure compliance, and support the continued growth of our teams.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, approachable, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where no two days are the same.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Human Resources partner for multiple restaurant locations.
• Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations, conflict resolution, coaching, and performance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Manage onboarding, new hire documentation, I-9 compliance, personnel files, and employee records.
• Partner with operations leadership on recruiting strategies and staffing initiatives.
• Administer company policies, handbook updates, corrective action processes, and terminations.
• Coordinate leave administration, accommodations, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and benefit programs.
• Support payroll and HR administration while working closely with internal accounting teams.
• Develop and deliver leadership training focused on performance management, communication, and employment best practices.
• Maintain confidentiality while exercising sound judgment and professionalism in sensitive situations.
• Help cultivate a positive workplace culture built on accountability, communication, and employee development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Human Resources leadership experience required.
• Multi-unit hospitality or restaurant experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, investigations, and employee relations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with outstanding attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Proficient with HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Paid Time Off
• Health benefits
• Dining privileges
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding hospitality organization

If you're an HR professional who enjoys partnering with operational leaders, developing great teams, and creating a workplace culture built on excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a resume along with a brief summary of their Human Resources leadership experience.