Head of People | QSR Growth Brand

A high-growth, multi-unit quick-service restaurant brand is hiring a Head of People to lead people strategy across its expanding footprint.This is a build-and-scale role. You will own HR end-to-end and partner directly with executive leadership to drive retention, operational performance, and disciplined growth.What You Will OwnFull HR strategy across multi-unit restaurant operationsField-facing HR structure supporting GMs, DMs, and Operations leadershipTalent acquisition strategy for high-volume hourly and management hiringRetention, engagement, and performance management systemsLabor strategy including compliance, cost control, and workforce planningLeadership development and succession planning across marketsHR infrastructure as the brand scales new locationsMust-Have Requirements (Non-Negotiable)VP or Senior HR leadership experience within QSR or high-volume restaurant brandsProven oversight of multi-unit, multi-state operationsDeep experience supporting field operations teams, not just corporate HRTrack record of scaling headcount during aggressive unit growthStrong command of labor compliance, wage/hour regulations, and employee relationsExperience building HR systems, not inheriting mature onesCompensation$150,000 to $175,000 base salaryPerformance-based bonus structureExecutive-level influence and visibility