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Gecko Hospitality (Corporate) · 3 months ago

Director of Human Resources - Quick Service Restaurant Group

Arlington, TX, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$110K/yr - $120K/yr

Gecko Hospitality is a thriving organization dedicated to fostering a collaborative company culture. They are seeking a Director of Human Resources to manage over 700 employees, focusing on recruitment, retention, training, and engagement while developing scalable HR systems for multi-unit operations.

HospitalityOnline PortalsRecruiting

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead the creation and execution of retention and engagement programs, including training and leadership development, to reduce frontline turnover

Oversee multi-state compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and best practices

Design and execute initiatives to enhance company culture and align it with business objectives

Collaborate with the VP of Operations and senior leadership to synchronize employee strategies with aggressive growth plans

Build and optimize people-centric HR systems that foster scalability and operational effectiveness

Drive talent acquisition and onboarding efforts across the organization, alongside benefit management and performance evaluation

Administer workplace conflict resolution processes and maintain comprehensive HR documentation for compliance and reporting

Qualification

Senior HR leadershipQSR industry experienceCompliance knowledgeRecruitment strategiesSPHR/PHR certificationProject managementCultural initiativesStrategic thinkingTeam leadershipCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources or related field

Proven experience as a senior HR leader in a fast-paced environment, ideally in QSR (Quick Service Restaurant), hospitality, or retail industries

In-depth knowledge of compliance, multi-state employment laws, and HR best practices

Strong expertise in recruitment, retention strategies, training development, and employee engagement programs

Excellent project management and strategic thinking skills

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams across multiple locations

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative leadership style

Ability to embrace and drive cultural initiatives to strengthen team cohesion and alignment

Preferred

Certifications: SPHR/PHR is preferred

Benefits

100% PAID health insurance.

Life and disability insurance packages.

Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.

Ongoing professional development and potential for career advancement.

Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Company

Gecko Hospitality (Corporate)

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Founded in 2000

Fort Myers, Florida, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.geckohospitality.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Total Funding

unknown

2023-08-01Acquired

Leadership Team

Andrea Hudon

Franchise Partner

Andy Bhikhari, CPC

Hospitality Partner | MD, VA, and D.C.

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