HR Operations Specialist – Houston, TX

Location: Houston, TX (Travel to multiple restaurant locations required)

Salary: $39,000–$50,960 annually ($750–$980 weekly), depending on experience

Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM (approximately 40–45 hours per week)

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Language Requirement: Bilingual in English and Spanish (Required)

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated, hands-on HR Operations Specialist to support recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and employee relations for a growing restaurant organization in Houston, TX.

This is not a traditional office-based HR position. The ideal candidate will enjoy being in the restaurants, working directly with management teams, and supporting employees across multiple locations.

As part of the training process, this individual will learn all restaurant positions to gain a strong understanding of daily operations and better support restaurant leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting & Hiring

• Manage the full hiring process, including job postings, reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and coordinating job offers.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Support local recruiting efforts and community outreach.
• Ensure all hiring paperwork and onboarding documentation is completed accurately.

Onboarding & Training

• Lead new hire orientations and help create a positive first impression.
• Work closely with restaurant managers to ensure new employees receive proper training and support.
• Learn restaurant operations through hands-on training in various positions.

Employee Relations & Retention

• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions and concerns.
• Conduct regular employee check-ins to encourage engagement and retention.
• Support restaurant leadership with employee communication and workplace concerns.
• Help promote a positive team culture across all locations.

HR Compliance & Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records and digital HR files.
• Assist with employee relations matters while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ensure labor law postings, incident reports, minor work permits, and other required documentation are current.
• Work closely with HR and Operations leadership to maintain company standards.

Qualifications

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Previous experience in HR, recruiting, restaurant management, or multi-location operations preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to build relationships with employees and management teams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Willingness to learn restaurant operations through hands-on training.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between Houston-area restaurant locations.
• Flexibility to work 1–2 night shifts per month as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: $39,000–$50,960, depending on experience
• Company-provided gas card
• $80 monthly phone allowance
• Paid birthday off
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Health insurance
• Employee food discounts

Why Join Our Team?

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both people and restaurant operations. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with restaurant teams, support hiring and employee development, and make a meaningful impact on the success of multiple locations.

If you're bilingual in English and Spanish, passionate about hospitality, and enjoy working with people, we'd love to hear from you!