[Hiring] HR Manager @Kizuki Ramen

Role Description

We are seeking a proactive and experienced HR Manager to lead human resources operations in a remote, work-from-home setting. This role will support multiple restaurant locations and requires occasional travel (Headquarter based in Redmond, WA) and on-site work at stores as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR functions: recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and offboarding
• Ensure full compliance with federal and multi-state labor laws, with a strong emphasis on California compliance, including Washington, Oregon, Texas, and Hawaii.
• Act as the primary HR partner for restaurant operations and leadership teams
• Handle employee relations issues, investigations, and disciplinary actions
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures
• Support staffing, workforce planning, and retention strategies
• Oversee payroll coordination, benefits administration, and HRIS systems
• Conduct training and provide coaching to managers
• Travel to restaurant locations and work on-site when required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• 4–6+ years of HR experience (multi-unit, restaurant, or retail preferred)
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws (required)
• Experience managing multi-state HR compliance
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Willingness to travel and work from restaurant locations as needed
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Preferred

• SHRM-CP / PHR certification
• Experience supporting restaurant or hospitality operations
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms (ADP, UKG Ready, Paycom, Workday, etc.)

Work Environment

• Remote
• Travel required; on-site work at restaurants as needed
• Fast-paced, operations-focused environment

Company Description

• Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya – delivering the most authentic Japanese ramen experience outside Japan through scratch-made broths, Japanese-designed interiors, and craftsmanship.
• Supreme Dumplings – offering handcrafted Xiao Long Bao and other small bites made with precision, tradition, and heartfelt execution.
• Tang Bar / Swish Swish – a modern fast-casual concept bringing bold Sichuan malatang flavors to a customizable, energetic format.
• We proudly operate 20+ restaurants and 4+ central kitchens/commissary facilities across multiple states — and we’re growing.