Director of HR

Director of HR at Tacodeli

Summary:

This leadership role partners with the executive team to align people strategies with business goals, fostering a high‑performance culture in a fast-paced, multi‑unit restaurant business. Tacodeli currently operates approximately 15 restaurants across Austin, Dallas, and Houston markets. The position will have 2 direct reports as part of the HR team.

• Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive training programs, including new hire onboarding, ongoing skill development, leadership training, and role‑specific certifications.
• Partner with operations leaders to create career progression pathways, including management‑in‑training programs, to promote internal growth and retention.
• Lead talent acquisition, overseeing the recruitment and selection process to ensure the organization attracts and hires qualified candidates. This includes developing recruiting strategies and working closely with hiring leaders.
• Research, develop, and implement competitive compensation, benefits, performance appraisal, and employee incentive programs.
• Develop and implement performance management to assess employee performance, provide feedback, and establish goals and development plans.
• Manage employee relations and ensure a positive work environment. Serve as a trusted advisor on employee issues, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with employment, benefits, insurance, safety, and other laws, regulations, and requirements; maintain knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices in employment law, human resources, and talent management.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define the organization’s long‑term mission and goals; identify ways to support this mission and interact in broader organizational strategies.
• Identify key performance indicators for the organization’s human resource and talent management functions; assess the organization’s success and market competitiveness based on these metrics.

• Competitive compensation with a quarterly performance bonus program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Health, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) enrollment with company match (eligible after 1 year of service)
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 (eligible after 1 year of service)
• Casual work environment – celebrate your authentic individuality
• Leadership development opportunities – we aim to promote from within our organization

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior role within the restaurant, hospitality, or food service industry (multi‑unit experience strongly preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field;
  Master’s or HR certifications (SHRM‑CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) preferred.
• Proven expertise in training program design and delivery, ideally in high‑volume or fast‑casual/fine‑dining environments.
• Strong knowledge of Texas labor laws, hospitality‑specific challenges (e.g., tipped wages, flexible scheduling), and tools like HRIS systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus in Austin’s diverse workforce.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to thrive in a hands‑on, guest‑facing industry.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to travel outside of Austin occasionally (primarily to Dallas & Houston).
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

The purpose of this position description is to serve as a general summary and overview of the major duties and responsibilities of the job. It is not intended to represent the entirety of the job nor is it all‑inclusive. Therefore, the position may be required or requested to perform other work duties not specifically listed herein. Management reserves the right to modify, defer or rescind this position description at any time, with or without prior notice.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Human Resources;
Industries: Restaurants