Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business PartnerReports to: Division Vice President of OperationsJob Type: Full-timeFLSA: ExemptCompany Background - Flynn GroupFounded by Chairman and CEO Greg Flynn in 1999, Flynn Group LP is the largest franchise operator in the world and one of the largest operators of restaurants and fitness clubs in the United States. Flynn Group owns and operates more than 2,600 restaurants and fitness clubs across Applebee's, Arby's, Taco Bell, Panera, Pizza Hut, Wendy's, Planet Fitness, and 7Brew brands spanning 44 states and Australia, generating more than $4.6 billion in sales and employing more than 75,000 people.Flynn Group is built around a culture of growth, entrepreneurship, operational excellence, and developing people. Our scale provides opportunities for career advancement while our decentralized operating model allows leaders to make an impact and move quickly.More information is available at Background - Flynn 7 BrewFlynn Group | 7 Brew is part of the rapidly growing 7 Brew coffee brand, known for its energetic culture, high-quality beverages, exceptional customer service, and people-first approach.7 Brew is in an exciting period of significant expansion, with plans to open approximately 160 new stands over the coming years. This creates an incredible opportunity for HR professionals who want to be part of building a brand and its people infrastructure during a period of rapid growth.As 7 Brew continues to expand, this role will have the opportunity to grow in scope and responsibility. The HR Business Partner will play an important role in developing leaders, supporting new stand openings, strengthening HR practices, and helping build the culture that will support 7 Brew's continued growth.Position DescriptionUnder the direction of the Division Vice President of Operations, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a key HR resource and business partner for 7 Brew's rapidly growing operations.This position will partner closely with operations leaders and stand teams on staffing, employee relations, compliance, training and development, operational standards, and New Store Openings (NSO). The HRBP will spend significant time in the field, building relationships with leaders and team members and providing practical, business-focused HR support.This is a highly hands-on role in a growing organization. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment where processes and teams are continuing to evolve. The ability to balance compliance and company standards with sound business judgment and practical solutions is essential.The role will initially support markets in California and Nevada, with significant travel throughout the assigned markets and to support new stand openings.Salary range for this position is $75k - $90k, depending on experience, plus 10% profit share and additional performance-based incentives.Management Recruiting & Staffing• Partners with operations leaders to maintain appropriate management staffing levels.• Supports management recruiting efforts through job boards, referrals, networking, and other sourcing strategies.• Conducts initial interviews and helps manage the interview and selection process for management candidates.• Partners with operations leaders to identify and select strong leadership talent.• Supports background checks and other pre-employment processes.• Coordinates onboarding and orientation for management hires.• Partners with operations leadership to monitor the progress and development of newly hired managers.• Supports staffing strategies for New Store Openings and helps ensure new stands are appropriately staffed and prepared for opening.• Assists with hourly recruitment at the stand level as needed.Generalist Duties• Serves as an HR resource and business partner to operations leaders and stand teams.• Responds to employee relations issues and provides practical guidance to leaders.• Coaches managers through performance management, corrective action, documentation, and termination decisions.• Assists with investigations by collecting statements, reviewing available information, and evaluating relevant facts.• Partners with leadership to resolve employee relations matters consistently and appropriately.• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.• Conducts HR audits and reviews to identify compliance and operational opportunities.• Supports unemployment claims, agency inquiries, and other employment-related matters.• Collects and maintains documentation related to employee relations and compliance matters.• Identifies trends and opportunities that can improve employee engagement, retention, and operational effectiveness.• Helps establish and maintain scalable HR practices as the 7 Brew organization grows.• Partners with operations leadership to ensure company standards are understood and consistently executed.Training & Development• Partners with operations leadership to develop and deliver HR and leadership training.• Coaches managers on interviewing, hiring, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and other HR practices.• Supports management development and succession planning.• Helps identify high-potential employees and develop future leaders.• Supports training and development initiatives associated with New Store Openings.• Ensures required training is completed according to applicable state and local requirements.New Store Openings• Partners with the NSO team and operations leadership throughout the New Store Opening process.• Supports staffing and hiring plans for new stands.• Helps prepare newly hired teams and managers for opening.• Provides HR support during opening periods and helps identify and resolve people-related challenges.• Partners with operations to ensure new stand teams understand and execute company expectations and HR practices.• Travels extensively to support new stand openings and other business needs.Operational Partnership• Builds strong relationships with operations leaders and stand teams through regular field visits.• Attends operations meetings, leadership meetings, and other business meetings as needed.• Partners with leaders to improve employee engagement, retention, staffing, and performance.• Supports the development of consistent HR practices across the growing 7 Brew organization.• Provides practical HR guidance that supports the business while maintaining appropriate compliance and standards.• Helps identify opportunities to improve the employee experience and strengthen the 7 Brew culture.• Partners with the Division Vice President of Operations and other operational leaders on people-related business priorities.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.• Has the ability to participate in multiple time sensitive projects• Strong commitment to excellent hospitality• Has excellent communication skills - verbal and written• Highly organized and able to work with and direct others• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions• Ability to travel extensively within the assigned market and throughout the organization, including travel of up to 75% at times during New Store Openings until additional HRBP support is established; must be comfortable being present in stands and field locations as needed.Desired Skills and Experience• May require a bachelor's degree in HR, or a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a Human Resources department with various generalist duties and responsibilities. CalSHRM certification a plus.• HRIS software experience preferred. SAP and Workday knowledge a plus.• Experience supporting employees in a multi-unit environment, or operations management preferred.Physical Standards:The employee is responsible for performing the essential responsibilities of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee should notify Flynn 7Brew of any reasonable accommodation requests and may need to provide supporting medical documentation. This job description may not list all duties for this position, and the employee in this position may be required to perform other duties to meet business needs. Flynn Applebee's reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the associate or Flynn Applebee's may terminate employment at any time.Perks for our employees:• Competitive salary• Profit Sharing / Bonus• Medical, dental and vision insurance• 401(k) plan with a company match• Paid vacation• Auto Allowance• Cell Phone AllowanceAdditional Position Requirements:This is a hybrid role where the HRBP works primarily from a home office, with regular in-person presence in assigned markets and stands. Due to the rapid growth of 7 Brew and the significant number of New Store Openings, this role will require extensive travel and may require travel of up to 75% at times, particularly during periods of concentrated NSO activity. Travel expectations will evolve as additional HRBP support is added. Must live within reasonable proximity to at least one of the new 7 Brew stands within the assigned market being supported; ability to work a flexible schedule including weekend, holiday, and/or evening, as required; ability to accommodate the likelihood of a variable work schedule from week to week; travel within assigned area and throughout the organization as requested; driving on company business (requires valid driver’s license and auto insurance coverage meeting or exceeding state requirements for property damage and bodily injury).Why Work for Flynn 7 Brew?This is your opportunity to get in early and help build something big. Flynn 7 Brew is growing fast, and we’re just getting started. With an ambitious new store opening plan and incredible opportunities ahead, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on a brand that is rapidly expanding.This isn’t a role where you’ll be stepping into an established playbook and simply maintaining what already exists. You’ll be part of building the people practices, developing leaders, supporting new store openings, and helping shape the culture of 7 Brew as we grow.For the right person, the opportunity is just as big as the growth of the brand. This role offers significant exposure, increasing responsibility, and a clear path for career advancement, with the potential to grow into a Director-level HR role as the organization expands.If you’re energized by growth, love being in the field, enjoy building relationships, and want to see the direct impact of your work, there may not be a better time to join 7 Brew.Join us now and help build what comes next. #J-18808-Ljbffr