Vice President of Human Resources | Fast Casual Restaurant Company

Job Description

Job Description

We are a fast-growing fast casual restaurant brand in the Southern California — bold, ambitious, and fiercely dedicated to delivering crave-worthy food and unforgettable experiences. Our growth is powered by passionate people, exceptional culture, and a relentless drive to raise the bar.

As we scale, we're looking for a Vice President of Human Resources who thrives in high-growth environments and believes culture is the competitive advantage. This is a rare opportunity to shape the people strategy of a brand that's rewriting the rules in fast casual dining.

As the Vice President of Human Resources , you will serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team and a people-first leader across the organization. You’ll build and lead a high-performing HR team, architect scalable systems, and champion a culture of excellence, accountability, and heart.

Key Responsibilities:

• People Strategy & Culture: Define and drive a forward-thinking people strategy that supports company vision, rapid expansion, and a mission-driven culture.
• Talent Development: Build systems for attracting, retaining, and developing top-tier talent, from restaurant crew to corporate leadership.
• Organizational Design: Develop scalable HR infrastructure and org design that supports growth across new markets and concepts.
• Performance & Leadership: Implement and oversee leadership development, succession planning, and performance management systems.
• HR Operations: Ensure excellence in HR compliance, compensation and benefits strategy, onboarding, and workforce analytics.
• Employee Engagement: Champion initiatives that inspire, engage, and energize team members at every level — from the front lines to the C-suite.
• Culture Stewardship: Serve as a cultural anchor and values ambassador as we continue to grow and evolve.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with at least 3 years in a VP or senior HR executive role
• Experience in a high-growth, multi-unit restaurant or retail environment strongly preferred
• Proven success scaling people operations during periods of rapid expansion
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence at all levels
• Passionate about people and culture, with a roll-up-your-sleeves work ethic
• Highly strategic and deeply operational — you can set the vision and build the systems
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and team-building skills

Why Join Us?

• Be part of something bold, fast-moving, and purpose-driven
• Lead the people function in a company where culture comes first
• Work alongside passionate, high-performing leaders who care deeply about their teams
• Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and long-term growth potential
• Real opportunity to leave your mark on a national brand on the rise

Ready to lead our most important asset — our people?