Regional HR Manager

About the role

The In-N-Out Burger Human Resources team is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager (RHRM) for their Irvine, CA office. This full-time position is based in office hours Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, with occasional overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build an HR Dream Team: Lead, coach, and level up HR Business Partners to ensure they are confident, capable, and ready to handle various Associate situations.
• Be the Calm in the Storm: Navigate complex Associate relations issues with fairness and compliance, guiding fair and thoughtful outcomes.
• Partner Like a Pro: Connect people strategy to business results by ensuring HR practices and decisions are fair and consistent across operations and corporate departments.
• Coach the Coaches: Provide real-time feedback, performance conversations, and development plans to support leader success.
• Own Big Moments: Lead key HR initiatives and changes, such as engagement surveys and compliance rollouts, ensuring successful implementation across the business.
• Turn Data into Decisions: Analyze turnover and engagement data, connect insights to action plans, and improve the Associate experience.
• Stay One Step Ahead: Interpret policies, navigate legal and ethical considerations, and proactively address potential issues.

Requirements

• A passion for people, culture, and doing the right thing.
• The ability to coach leaders and build high-performing teams.
• Confidence in handling sensitive, high-impact situations.
• Strong business acumen in a fast-paced, high-volume, multi-unit and multi-state environment.
• A knack for balancing strategy with hands-on support.
• Exceptional communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience (required).
• 2+ years of supervisory experience (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (required).
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices (required).

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-unit, and multi-state environment.
• Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and execution.
• People management and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Benefits

• Excellent Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans, and Pet Insurance.
• Salary Pay Range: $135,000 - $170,000 + bonus.

Pay

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

Schedule

Full-time position, Exempt. Office Hours in Irvine, CA: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Department needs may require occasional overtime.

Work Location Details

In-N-Out Burger plans to bring its West Coast headquarters team back together under one roof by the end of 2029. The company will permanently close its Irvine office in 2029 and headquarter the western territory solely in Baldwin Park, California, where the company was founded in 1948. Newly hired Associates in Irvine will be eligible to participate in the group move to Tennessee with relocation assistance or work from the western headquarters in Baldwin Park, CA, upon its opening in 2029. We are sharing this information early so candidates can make informed decisions while considering a career with In-N-Out Burger.

About In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Washington, Tennessee, and Idaho. In-N-Out Burger's menu has remained the same since 1948, and the company maintains a simple philosophy: serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made-to-order foods prepared and served by friendly, well-trained Associates. In-N-Out Burger offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice.