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goop Kitchen · 16 hours ago

VP - Human Resources

Santa Monica,CA,US

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

goop kitchen is a food delivery and takeout concept founded by Gwyneth Paltrow, aiming to be the first choice in healthy delivered food. The VP of Human Resources will develop and lead people strategies to support the growing restaurant operations, focusing on HR functions such as recruiting, training, and employee engagement.

ConsumerFood and BeverageFood Delivery

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic HR partner to the leadership team, aligning people strategies with business goals

Lead all HR functions, including recruiting, employee relations, compliance, compensation, and performance management

Develop and implement scalable HR systems, tools, and processes across multiple locations

Guide organizational design and workforce planning to support growth and operational excellence

Oversee full-cycle recruiting for all roles, from hourly team members to corporate staff

Build and maintain a pipeline of high-performing talent for both front-of-house and back-of-house roles

Collaborate with department leads to identify staffing needs and reduce turnover through strategic hiring and engagement practices

Champion employer branding initiatives to position goop kitchen as an employer of choice

Design and implement onboarding programs that set employees up for success from day one

Partner with culinary and operations teams to standardize training across kitchens and support ongoing development

Build career pathways and employee development programs that align with performance goals and retention objectives

Foster a culture of inclusivity, accountability, and recognition across all teams

Launch and manage initiatives that support employee satisfaction, motivation, and growth

Act as a trusted resource for employees, providing support on issues related to workplace culture, communication, and conflict resolution

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across locations

Maintain and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures in alignment with company values and legal requirements

Manage investigations, documentation, and resolution of employee relations matters with discretion and care

Oversee payroll processes in collaboration with Finance and external providers

Evaluate and manage employee benefits offerings, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with company goals

Partner with leadership to plan and implement annual performance and compensation reviews

Implement and maintain HRIS platforms to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and usability

Track and report on key HR metrics including turnover, engagement, hiring velocity, and DEI benchmarks

Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to leadership for continuous improvement

Qualification

HR strategyTalent acquisitionHR complianceHR software/systemsRestaurant experienceEmployee engagementLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills