Director of Human Resources

Chick-fil-A; Maple Valley (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal discounts

Uniforms provided

Mentorship program

Scholarships

Assistance programs

Team environment

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Maple Valley in Maple Valley, WA is seeking a Director of Human Resources to build and lead a high-performance team from the ground up, overseeing recruitment, development, and retention. This leadership role will drive culture, performance, and long-term success through aggressive training and leadership development, with responsibility for compliance and HR systems.

You will partner with Operations to elevate leadership and ensure top-tier talent aligns with brand standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR or leadership experience.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Highly organized with great attention to detail.
• Knowledge of employment laws preferred.
• Passion for people development and culture building.

Responsibilities

• Lead all recruiting, hiring, and onboarding efforts.
• Design and execute an aggressive training program for all team members.
• Identify, coach, and develop high-potential leaders.
• Champion a positive, high-performance culture rooted in accountability and growth.
• Oversee evaluations, feedback systems, and accountability structures.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and HR processes.

Skills

HR leadership

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Organization

Employment law knowledge

Job description

Chick-fil-A Urgent Hiring: Immediate Opening for a Dynamic Director of Human Resources

Overview

Are you ready to build and lead a high-performance team from the ground up?

The Director of Human Resources role is responsible for recruiting, developing, and retaining top-tier talent while driving a culture of excellence, ownership, and growth.

You will lead an aggressive training and leadership development system, ensuring every team member is equipped to perform and grow. This is a leadership role with real influence on culture, performance, and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities: Recruit, Train, Retain Talent

Talent Acquisition & Hiring

• Lead all recruiting, hiring, and onboarding efforts
• Build a consistent pipeline of high-quality candidates
• Set and maintain high hiring standards

Training & Development

• Design and execute an aggressive training program for all team members
• Develop future leaders through structured coaching and mentorship
• Ensure all team members are trained to deliver operational excellence

Leadership Development

• Identify, coach, and develop high-potential leaders
• Build a strong internal leadership pipeline
• Partner with Director of Operations to elevate leadership performance

Culture & Team Experience

• Champion a positive, high-performance culture rooted in accountability and growth
• Model excellence, professionalism, and leadership in every interaction
• Drive engagement, retention, and team morale

Performance Management

• Oversee evaluations, feedback systems, and accountability structures
• Address team member relations with professionalism and clarity
• Ensure alignment with company standards and expectations

Compliance & HR Systems

• Ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and procedures
• Maintain organized HR systems, documentation, and processes

What Makes This Role Different

• Direct ownership of hiring, training, and leadership development
• Ability to shape culture and build a high-performance team
• High-impact role tied directly to business success
• Growth path into senior leadership

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR or leadership experience
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Highly organized with great attention to detail
• Knowledge of employment laws preferred
• Passion for people development and culture building

Benefits & Perks

• Enjoy a fun and loving work environment with positive influence
• Closed on Sundays for work-life balance
• Employee discount and meal discounts
• Provided uniforms and paid training
• Leadership mentorship and growth opportunities
• Educational scholarships and financial counseling
• Employee Assistance and Referral Programs

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Schedule & Location

• Full-time on-site position
• Flexible shifts including 8 and 10-hour shifts, day and night
• Weekend, holiday, and overtime availability required

Bottom Line

You will be responsible for building the team, developing future leaders, and setting the standard for culture and performance.

If you can recruit strong talent, train at a high level, and lead by example, you will play a critical role in the success of this business.

Location: Chick-Fil-A Maple Valley, WA 27264 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE, Maple Valley, WA 98038, USA

Chick-fil-A

Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job – it’s an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Chick-fil-A Maple Valley is locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operator who invests in the future of their Team Members and gives back to the local communities.