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Director of Training, Talent & Culture
(A.K.A. The Guru of Growth, The Sensei of Service, The Jedi of Job Skills, The Matchmaker of Talent)
Are you a restaurant ops rockstar who's been leading the charge, running the floor, juggling five things at once — and secretly dreaming about shaping the next generation of hospitality legends? Do you have a passion for people development and an eye for spotting top talent before they even know how great they are?
Homegrown Hospitality Group is stirring the pot on something big — and we're looking for a bold, hands-on leader to bring the heat.
We're hiring a Director of Training, Talent & Culture, someone who's equal parts trainer, recruiter, mentor, coach, and culture warrior. You'll take your deep restaurant knowledge and channel it into building something from scratch — from crafting killer training programs to developing in-house trainers to leading recruitment strategies that bring in the right people for the right roles.
Your main ingredients:
• Build and launch a best-in-class Leadership Development Program — not some crusty corporate template, but something real, relevant, and Homegrown.
• Identify and develop a training lead in every location — then coach and mentor them into hospitality ninjas.
• Drive recruitment efforts with heart — help identify, attract, and onboard people who align with our culture and raise the bar.
• Lead talent development initiatives to grow team members into future leaders — building clear pathways and real opportunities.
• Embed our culture across all levels — making sure our vibe, standards, and heartbeat live in every HHG restaurant.
• Be in the field — like, actually there — showing, supporting, and solving in real time.
• Own the rollout of new products, procedures, and programs with flair and follow-through.
• Create engaging tools, training, and touchpoints that inspire and inform.
• Collaborate with leadership and hiring managers to ensure our recruiting and retention strategies align with our long-term goals.
About You:
• You've got 7–10 years in restaurant leadership, and you still feel the call of the expo line.
• You're obsessed with developing people — not just filling roles, but helping folks grow into them.
• You've got recruiting chops — whether formal or intuitive — and know how to spot a great hire a mile away.
• You're a culture champion who can inspire everyone from a first-day hire to a seasoned GM.
• You're comfortable with LMS platforms, recruiting tools, and old-school face-to-face connection.
• You're excited to build from the ground up — sleeves rolled up, no ivory tower.
• Bonus points if you've got culinary training experience or at least know your brunoise from your broil.
What's in it for you:
• A leadership role where you actually get to shape the future of HHG.
• The opportunity to impact our family of restaurants in real and lasting ways.
• A company culture that's fun, heartfelt, and just quirky enough to keep things interesting.
• A chance to build something that matters — and leave the burnout behind.
If you're ready to trade in late-night shifts for high-impact days — and you're fired up about recruiting, mentoring, and creating unforgettable training experiences — let's talk.
(A.K.A. The Guru of Growth, The Sensei of Service, The Jedi of Job Skills, The Matchmaker of Talent)
Are you a restaurant ops rockstar who's been leading the charge, running the floor, juggling five things at once — and secretly dreaming about shaping the next generation of hospitality legends? Do you have a passion for people development and an eye for spotting top talent before they even know how great they are?
Homegrown Hospitality Group is stirring the pot on something big — and we're looking for a bold, hands-on leader to bring the heat.
We're hiring a Director of Training, Talent & Culture, someone who's equal parts trainer, recruiter, mentor, coach, and culture warrior. You'll take your deep restaurant knowledge and channel it into building something from scratch — from crafting killer training programs to developing in-house trainers to leading recruitment strategies that bring in the right people for the right roles.
Your main ingredients:
• Build and launch a best-in-class Leadership Development Program — not some crusty corporate template, but something real, relevant, and Homegrown.
• Identify and develop a training lead in every location — then coach and mentor them into hospitality ninjas.
• Drive recruitment efforts with heart — help identify, attract, and onboard people who align with our culture and raise the bar.
• Lead talent development initiatives to grow team members into future leaders — building clear pathways and real opportunities.
• Embed our culture across all levels — making sure our vibe, standards, and heartbeat live in every HHG restaurant.
• Be in the field — like, actually there — showing, supporting, and solving in real time.
• Own the rollout of new products, procedures, and programs with flair and follow-through.
• Create engaging tools, training, and touchpoints that inspire and inform.
• Collaborate with leadership and hiring managers to ensure our recruiting and retention strategies align with our long-term goals.
About You:
• You've got 7–10 years in restaurant leadership, and you still feel the call of the expo line.
• You're obsessed with developing people — not just filling roles, but helping folks grow into them.
• You've got recruiting chops — whether formal or intuitive — and know how to spot a great hire a mile away.
• You're a culture champion who can inspire everyone from a first-day hire to a seasoned GM.
• You're comfortable with LMS platforms, recruiting tools, and old-school face-to-face connection.
• You're excited to build from the ground up — sleeves rolled up, no ivory tower.
• Bonus points if you've got culinary training experience or at least know your brunoise from your broil.
What's in it for you:
• A leadership role where you actually get to shape the future of HHG.
• The opportunity to impact our family of restaurants in real and lasting ways.
• A company culture that's fun, heartfelt, and just quirky enough to keep things interesting.
• A chance to build something that matters — and leave the burnout behind.
If you're ready to trade in late-night shifts for high-impact days — and you're fired up about recruiting, mentoring, and creating unforgettable training experiences — let's talk.
