Outback Steakhouse · 2 months ago
Sr. Employee Relations Partner
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$97K/yr - $115K/yr
7+ years expOutback Steakhouse is the largest franchise operator of Outback Steakhouse in the U.S. and is seeking a Senior HR Partner to lead their people strategy across multiple restaurant locations. The role involves serving as a strategic advisor, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with labor laws while fostering a culture of continuous learning and engagement.
Food and BeverageHealth CareHospitalityiOSMobile AppsSports
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Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the VP of Human Resources
Lead complex employee relations matters with discretion, empathy, and legal precision
Conduct investigations and resolve workplace issues with fairness and clarity
Develop and enforce policies that reflect our values and ensure consistency
Design and deliver training programs that elevate leadership, compliance, and culture
Coach restaurant managers on employee relations, development, and performance
Champion a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and growth
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (EEO, ADA, FLSA, ERISA, DOL, OSHA, etc.)
Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and drive strategic improvements
Support the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding
Lead talent development, succession planning, and performance management
Mentor junior HR team members and foster their professional growth
Drive employee engagement, recognition, and philanthropic initiatives
Manage leave of absence processes and sensitive communications
Partner with field leadership to enhance agility and operational excellence
Lead change-management and crisis response initiatives with calm and clarity
Travel to restaurant locations across five states, as needed, to support employee relations, training, and field leadership initiatives
Take on additional responsibilities aligned with evolving organizational priorities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications or related field
Minimum 7 years of progressive HR experience, with a deep focus on employee relations
Experience supporting multi-unit operations in hospitality or a related industry
Deep expertise in employee relations and multi-state labor law compliance
Exceptional written and verbal communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
Strategic thinker with a bias for action and alignment with business goals
High emotional intelligence and ethical decision-making
Proven ability to lead in fast-paced, high-growth environments
Experience creating and delivering impactful training content
Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to move around office settings and remain seated for extended periods
Occasionally lift or carry items up to 20 pounds
Ability to adapt to varied physical settings, including office, restaurant, and training environments
Comfortable navigating airports, rental cars, and hotel stays as part of travel
Ability to travel by car and plane to restaurant locations across five states
Ability to work on-site in restaurant environments, which may include standing or walking
Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish (written and oral) strongly preferred
PHR or SPHR certification preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive health insurance
Hybrid work model (subject to change based on business needs)
Flexible hours
Early wage access
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Short- and long-term disability
Term life and AD&D insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid time off (Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays)
401(k) retirement plan
Free meals and other fun perks
Company
Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse is a cuisine company which has developed apps for food and drink. It has developed an app Outback Tablemates. This app
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Eric Browning
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