Chili's, HR Business Partner Midwest Market (IL,WI, MN, IA)

Brinker International; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR Business Partner to support its Midwest operations. This role is pivotal in embedding HR strategies into daily business functions and enhancing employee engagement. The ideal candidate will possess a strong HR background, with a focus on developing organizational capabilities and managing human capital programs. You'll collaborate with senior leaders to drive performance and facilitate change management initiatives. Join a dynamic team that values work-life balance and offers competitive benefits, including an annual bonus and generous dining discounts.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation/Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Dining Discounts

Annual Bonus

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in restaurant or hospitality industries.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Builds and implements long-term HR initiatives aligned with business strategy.
• Manage performance management and succession planning processes.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Data Analysis

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

HR Certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP)

Job description

Chili's, HR Business Partner Midwest Market (IL, WI, MN, IA)

Chili's, HR Business Partner [PeopleWorks Partner]
Chicago, IL

If 'work hard play hard' were enough for a job description, we would just stop there, because that's what ChiliHeads have been doing since 1975. ChiliHeads are a team that takes pride in Chili's culture and seeks every opportunity to make people feel special. Life is too short not to work happy, right? Actually, life is too long not to work happy. That's better.

At Brinker, we connect, serve, and give to create the best life for our Team Members, guests, and community. It's in our DNA. Seriously, grab your electron microscope, take a look, and you'll see little burgers and Presidente Margaritas built right in. It's what makes a ChiliHead a ChiliHead.

Job Summary

This position will support the Chicago, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa area. Must reside in the Chicago area or be able to relocate to it. The PeopleWorks (HR) Business Partner is a strategic partner to the regional leaders by embedding HR strategy into day-to-day work and providing professional HR guidance and support to internal client groups with the objective of adding value to the business. This role is critical in helping business leaders identify, prioritize, and build organizational capabilities, efficient department structures, and processes, as well as driving key performance behaviors. They will manage and improve all human capital programs, including training and development, to achieve business results, brand strategy, and employee engagement. They will establish well-developed plans for workforce growth and development aligned with brand and Brinker direction.

Your Key Job Functions

1. Builds and implements long-term HR initiatives aligned with the strategic agenda and proactively identifies new opportunities for HR to improve and add value to the business.
2. Manage the process for performance management & succession planning by facilitating all talent review meetings for all markets including IL, MN, WI, and IA.
3. Collaborate with business leaders to provide team members with development opportunities that align with current and future performance standards. Work cross-functionally with broader HR teams to ensure effective HR strategies.
4. Partner with the regional recruiter to align staffing efforts with restaurant operational needs.
5. Support change management initiatives and help teams adapt to evolving business priorities.
6. Facilitate workshops aimed at enhancing team member engagement, retention, and recognition, aligning with development strategies to support business goals.

What You Bring to the Team

• Must reside in the Chicago area or be able to relocate to it.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field; HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a multi-unit or field-based role within restaurant, retail, or hospitality industries.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and employee relations.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with senior leaders.
• Proactive, data-driven, and solutions-oriented with strong business acumen.
• Willingness to travel regionally (up to 30-50%).
• Experience supporting hourly workforce and high-growth operations.

Why Brinker

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(k) with company match and generous dining discounts. Every team member at the Restaurant Support Center (Brinker headquarters) is eligible for an annual bonus. Enjoy work/life/fun balance in a casual, hybrid, and collaborative environment! Our community programs include volunteering opportunities and celebrations.

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