VP of Human Resources

Es Vedra Cinemas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Es Vedra Cinemas is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources to lead the HR function with emphasis on process, compliance, and the full lifecycle. You will oversee Talent Acquisition, Training, Payroll & Benefits, Risk, Employee Relations, HR Operations, and Compliance across locations.

The role requires 10+ years of senior HR leadership, multi-location experience, and a strong grasp of employment law in a high-volume, hospitality/entertainment setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years progressive HR experience with senior leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading multiple HR functions across locations.
• Hospitality/entertainment/high-volume environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, wage/hour, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR department with clear priorities, ownership, processes, and accountability.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, SOPs, workflows, and compliance standards.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across all locations.
• Oversee the full lifecycle: recruiting, onboarding, training, performance, relations, and separation.
• Partner with CEO and leadership on workforce planning, structure, and talent strategy.
• Leverage HR technology and automation to improve service delivery.
• Lead and develop the HR team with strong partnership across operations.

Skills

HR leadership

Employment law

Policy development

Talent acquisition

Payroll & benefits

Employee relations

Compliance

HR analytics

Multi-location

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Status:Full-Time; In-Office 5 days a week, evenings, weekends & holidays as needed

About Us

Welcome to Es Vedra Cinemas, your ultimate out-of-home entertainment destination! With 18 locations across 6 states, we go beyond the traditional movie experience to bring you movies, bowling, games, and much more all under one roof. At Es Vedra Cinemas, we believe entertainment should be immersive, exciting, and unforgettable. Whether you're catching the latest blockbuster on the big screen, striking down pins at our state-of-the-art bowling alleys, or diving into action-packed arcade games, we offer something for everyone—from casual fun-seekers to dedicated thrill-chasers. Our mission is to create exceptional entertainment experiences where families, friends, and communities come together. With cutting-edge technology, comfortable venues, and a passion for fun.

Job Description

The Vice President of Human Resources is the senior HR leader for Es Vedra Cinemas, reporting directly to the CEO. This role is responsible for leading the HR function with a strong focus on process, procedure, compliance, operational consistency, and the full team member lifecycle.

The VP of HR oversees Talent Acquisition, Training, Payroll and Benefits, Risk Management, Employee Relations, HR Operations, and Compliance while ensuring HR practices support both business needs and the team member experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the Human Resources department and establish clear priorities, ownership, processes, and accountability.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, SOPs, workflows, and compliance standards.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across all company locations.
• Oversee the full team member lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, training, performance management, employee relations, development, and separation.
• Provide leadership and oversight for Talent Acquisition, Training, Payroll and Benefits, Risk Management, and HR Operations.
• Establish consistent practices for investigations, corrective action, leaves, accommodations, workers' compensation, and employee relations.
• Ensure payroll, benefits, timekeeping, wage and hour, and related HR processes are accurate and compliant.
• Build scalable HR processes and systems that improve efficiency, consistency, and the manager and team member experience.
• Develop HR metrics, audits, and reporting to identify trends, measure performance, and reduce organizational risk.
• Partner with the CEO and leadership team on workforce planning, organizational structure, talent strategy, and succession planning.
• Leverage HR technology and automation to simplify processes and improve service delivery.
• Lead and develop the HR team while ensuring strong partnership and accountability across operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with senior HR leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading multiple HR functions, including Talent Acquisition, Payroll/Benefits, Training, Employee Relations, and Compliance.
• Experience supporting a multi-location and multi-state workforce strongly preferred.
• Experience in hospitality, entertainment, restaurants, retail, or another high-volume hourly environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, wage and hour requirements, HR compliance, and risk management.
• Demonstrated experience building and improving HR processes, policies, and systems.
• Strong leadership, judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout office and venue environments as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to travel to company locations and attend meetings, training sessions, and company events.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic communication.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

This job description is not intended to include every duty or responsibility associated with the position. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.

Es Vedra Cinemas is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.