Director, HR Business Partner Anonymous

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director, HR Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor and people leader supporting both corporate headquarters and field operations across multiple states within the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry. This position is ideal for a dynamic HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, people-first culture and brings deep QSR expertise to guide organizational growth, performance, and engagement.  The Director will lead a high-performing team of three direct reports. 

This individual will partner closely with executive leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver human capital strategies that support business goals and foster a culture of excellence and accountability. 

This role supports operations in multiple U.S. states and requires up to 35% travel to build relationships, lead initiatives, and support leaders in the field. 

• Serve as a strategic HR advisor to senior leaders across corporate functions and multi-state field operations 

• Build and execute people strategies that support organizational performance, talent development, and employee engagement 

• Lead, coach, and develop a team responsible for employee relations, HR operations, and HR shared services 

• Champion a proactive employee relations approach to drive consistency, compliance, and fairness across all locations 

• Oversee HR processes including performance management, succession planning, policy implementation, and organizational change 

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation, and other HR Centers of Excellence to align on business needs 

• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities; recommend actionable solutions 

• Serve as a cultural ambassador, promoting values-aligned behaviors and leadership excellence throughout the organization 

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred) 

• 8-10 years of HR experience required with 5-7 years of progressive HR experience within the QSR or hospitality industry including experience supporting field and corporate teams as an HR Business Partner 

• Demonstrated experience leading and developing HR teams 

• Strong business acumen with the ability to influence and advise senior leaders 

• Deep knowledge of employee relations practices, multi-state employment law, and organizational development principles 

• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth, service-oriented environment 

• Exceptional communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills 

• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite 

• Ability to travel up to 35% to field and corporate locations across the U.S. 

We are a household name, known throughout the country for our standards of excellence in service.