Human Resources Manager

Kizuki Ramen is seeking an HR leader to establish and scale the HR function from the ground up. This hybrid role in Houston will build core people processes, support restaurant operations through effective HR partnership, and ensure multi-state compliance with a focus on California labor law. Role Overview In this position, you will create a data-driven HR operating approach, manage HR KPIs, and provide practical guidance to managers and leadership teams. You will also oversee the full employee lifecycle from recruitment through onboarding and offboarding, with a strong emphasis on compliance across multiple states including California. Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and offboarding Ensure compliance with federal and multi-state labor laws, with a required emphasis on California employment laws (including compliance considerations for Washington, Oregon, Texas, and Hawaii) Serve as the primary HR partner to restaurant operations and leadership teams Manage employee relations matters, including investigations and disciplinary actions Develop, maintain, and enforce HR policies and procedures Support staffing, workforce planning, and retention strategies Run the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviews, and onboarding Coordinate payroll, support benefits administration, and oversee HRIS systems Conduct training and provide coaching to managers Travel to restaurant locations and work on-site when required Requirements Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field 4-6+ years of HR experience; multi-unit, restaurant, or retail experience is preferred Strong working knowledge of California employment laws Experience managing multi-state HR complianceAbility to work independently in a remote environment Willingness to travel and work from restaurant locations as needed Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills Tools and Systems ADP UKG Ready Paycom Workday Reporting Structure This role reports to the Director & VP of Operations . Location and Schedule Houston/Katy, TX - Remote (will transition to in-office) | Full-Time | Exempt Compensation USD 75,000 - 80,000 per year . Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package (company covers 90% of the medical premium) Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee meals and discounts Opportunities for career growth and professional development Preferred Qualifications SHRM-CP / PHR certification Experience supporting restaurant or hospitality operations Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as ADP, UKG Ready, Paycom, and Workday #J-18808-Ljbffr Kizuki Ramen