Chief People & Human Capital Officer

Company Description Donut Holdings Incorporated D/B/A LaMar's Donuts is a growing food service and retail brand known for high-quality, handcrafted donuts and a welcoming guest experience. The company operates in the Denver Metropolitan Area and supports both corporate and franchise locations, focusing on consistent standards and strong community ties. Team members are encouraged to bring initiative, integrity, and collaboration to their work, contributing to a culture that values hospitality and operational excellence. As the company expands, it is investing in its people, systems, and leadership capabilities to support sustainable growth.

Role Description The Chief People & Human Capital Officer is a full-time, on-site leadership role based in the Denver Metropolitan Area, responsible for developing and executing the company’s people strategy across corporate and franchise operations. This role oversees all human capital functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding, training and development, performance management, total rewards, workforce planning, and employee relations. The person in this role will design and refine HR policies and processes, ensure compliance with labor and employment regulations, and implement systems that support consistent, scalable people practices. On a day-to-day basis, the Chief People & Human Capital Officer will partner with executive leadership to align people initiatives with business goals, coach managers on effective leadership and team management, and cultivate an inclusive, high-performance culture. The role also involves analyzing people data and metrics, leading organizational change initiatives, supporting succession planning, and representing the people function in strategic planning and stakeholder communications.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people strategy skills, including experience shaping HR vision, leading teams, and partnering with executive leadership to drive organizational effectiveness.
• Expertise in core HR functions such as talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, compensation and benefits, and employee relations.
• Skills in organizational development, including training and development, succession planning, change management, and culture-building initiatives.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, including the ability to interpret HR metrics, workforce data, and financial information to inform people strategies.
• Knowledge of employment law, labor regulations, and HR compliance, with experience implementing consistent policies and procedures across multiple locations.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Experience in multi-unit retail, hospitality, or food service environments is highly beneficial; franchise system experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Psychology, or a related field; advanced degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR) is preferred.