Human Resources Director – Growing Restaurant Group

Recruiting Partner: Emily Lauro

Union City, New Jersey | Human Resources | Not Remote | $125,000 to $140,000 | Job ID: 155720

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We are seeking a Human Resources Director to lead HR initiatives for a rapidly expanding restaurant group. This is an exciting opportunity to build and implement scalable people operations, fostering a culture that supports both business growth and team success. Once key systems are established, this role will evolve into a more strategic leadership position, ensuring HR remains a critical driver of operational excellence.

If you have restaurant HR experience and are looking for a dynamic, people-first company where you can make a lasting impact, apply today!

Human Resources Director Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holiday pay
  • Opportunity to shape the people strategy of a growing, mission-driven hospitality brand

Human Resources Director Responsibilities:

  • Strategic HR Leadership – Develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals
  • HR Compliance – Ensure adherence to labor laws and industry best practices
  • Recruiting & Onboarding – Attract, hire, and retain top talent to drive operational success
  • Benefits & Compensation – Manage competitive pay structures and employee benefits programs
  • Employee Relations – Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture
  • Risk Management – Oversee safety, compliance, and employee well-being initiatives

Human Resources Director Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of HR leadership experience in a multi-unit restaurant or hospitality group
  • Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field preferred; SHRM and/or HRCI certification is a PLUS
  • Restaurant/hospitality experience required – understanding of the industry’s unique HR challenges
  • NO Relocation candidates

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 155720

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Additional Information

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Emily Lauro

Senior Recruiting Partner & Training Coach

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Additional Information

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Emily Lauro

Senior Recruiting Partner & Training Coach