Human Resources Business Partner

Build Great Teams. Develop Great Leaders. Make an Impact. Salary: $75,000-85,000 + relocation assistance available At LM Restaurants, we believe culture isn’t something you create on paper, it’s something our leaders build every day. As an HR Business Partner, you’ll have a direct impact on that culture by helping us find great people, develop great leaders, and create teams where people want to work and grow. You’ll partner with District Managers and General Managers across an area of approximately 1,000 team members, serving as a trusted advisor, problem-solver, talent scout, and coach. Here’s What You’ll Do Find Great People Proactively source and recruit great talent through networking, referrals, direct sourcing, social media, and other creative approaches. Build relationships with candidates before we have an open position. Partner with District Managers and General Managers to understand what they need and help them find the right people. Know when a recruiting strategy isn’t working and be willing to change it. Help leaders make great hiring decisions and not just fast ones Be a Trusted HR Partner Partner with District Managers, General Managers, and restaurant leaders across your assigned area. Investigate employee relations concerns and help leaders determine the right path forward. Coach leaders through difficult conversations, conflict, performance issues, and employee concerns. Balance empathy with accountability. You can care about people and still hold them accountable. Help leaders navigate HR policies and employment practices with consistency and good judgment Help Leaders Build Better Teams Consult with leaders on their biggest people challenges and opportunities. Help leaders create practical people plans around staffing, retention, engagement, development, and team effectiveness. Use people data and trends to help leaders see what is happening in their teams and where they need to focus. Follow up with leaders and help turn plans into action. Develop Leaders & Build Our Future Coach managers and GMs to become stronger people leaders. Support performance management and help leaders create a culture of accountability. Identify high-potential team members and help leaders develop them. Support our succession planning process and help build our next generation of leaders. Partner on learning and development programs that make our managers better Make Things Better Lead and support HR projects that improve the experience of our team members and leaders. Help develop and implement programs around leadership development, performance management, succession planning, engagement, and other people initiatives. Take an idea from “we should do this” to “we’re doing this” What We’re Looking For 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in hospitality, retail, or similar multi-unit environment. Current HRCI or SHRM Certification Strong recruiting and talent sourcing experience. You know how to find people—not just screen applicants. Experience with employee relations, investigations, and coaching leaders through challenging situations. A natural consultant who can build trust with leaders while also challenging them when needed. Someone who leads with empathy but isn’t afraid to hold people accountable. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Strong project management skills and the ability to move projects from idea to implementation. Comfortable managing multiple priorities and spending time in the field with restaurant leaders. Someone who is curious, practical, resourceful, and doesn’t need to be told what to do next. Flexibility for occasional evening and weekend work. Benefits You’ll Enjoy Company-Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Contribution up to 4% Paid Time Off & Flexible Schedules Generous Employee Dining Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Program About LM Restaurants LM Restaurants is a family-owned hospitality company rooted in the belief that great people are the key to great hospitality. We’re proud to operate restaurants across the Southeast, each with its own distinct identity and shared commitment to quality, service, and community. LM Restaurants is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr LM Restaurants