Human Resources Generalist

Position: Big Sky HR GeneralistReports To: Big Sky Director of Operations, Apres Cru Director of Operations & CultureKey Relationships: Apres Cru Partners, Director of Operations, Salaried Managers, EmployeesLocation: Big Sky, MT BasedAbout the PositionThe HR Generalist plays an integral role in the employee life cycle and infrastructure of ApresCru led businesses in Big Sky, MT. They are responsible for managing and overseeing theadministrative and strategic functions of the Human Resources department. This position willwork closely with the Big Sky Director of Operations & Apres Cru Director of Operations &Culture to build and execute systems to improve the employee experience at Apres Crurestaurants while also ensuring compliance across all businesses. The HR Generalist acts asan ambassador of Apres Cru, they are a key culture carrier that brings to life our company'svalues in every interaction with all stakeholders.The HR Generalist wears many hats and is actively involved in the restaurants. From newrestaurant openings, to setting up the systems, to helping recruit, onboard, and auditsystems. They are also the key point person for all employees and help to complete otheradministrative tasks and strategic goals within Apres Cru in Big Sky. They are anapproachable face of Apres Cru Hospitality for our partners to help support the growth oftheir businesses. They will be the one stop shopping for all HR related questions. Thestandardization and systematization of all HR systems and policies will be the foundation onwhich our company grows. While it is a department of one, the HR Generalist can also utilizethe support of various external resources to navigate through specific tasks, projects, audits,implementations, and issues on a case by case basis.About Apres CruApres Cru is a reimagined hospitality company based in NYC founded by seasoned industryveterans that seek out exciting independent operators looking to expand beyond their fourwalls. We value culture driven by hospitality, brand equity built on integrity, and a willingnessto look at operations and growth differently. We partner with each brand, providing bothcapital and strategic support as they embark on future growth in restaurants, licensingopportunities, partnerships, CPG—and whatever else this position could help dream up. Ourgrowing portfolio currently includes 12 restaurants in New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, BigSky & Mexico (P.D.T., Crif Dogs, Mixteca, Pig & Khao, Peasant, Forgione, Petit Trois, Delphine)with more in the pipeline.Roles and Responsibilities●Onboarding and Hiring● Actively manage and oversee the full employee lifecycle● Sending/filing offer letters, ensuring timely onboarding and review of identification● Coordinate, schedule and confirm attendance for all New Hire Orientations● Ensure that all DLI Letters are sent and filed within 5 business days of an employee’slast date of Employment● Ensure the accurate and timely filing of all employee-related documentation,including transfer paperwork, rate of pay forms, tip agreements, corrective actionforms, etc● Assist managers in executing appropriate administration for all employee relatedpractices, including Rate of Pay Forms, Exit Paperwork, etc● Maintain and audit SOPS regarding employee life cyclePayroll and Benefits● Maintain accurate records and prepare relevant weekly, monthly, quarterly, andyear-end reports (e.g. gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions,benefit deductions, etc.) for management and accounting team● Facilitate management and employee understanding of payroll procedures● Monitor payroll and improve the process through daily checks and follow up withmanagement to ensure accuracy of all punches● Process payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, raises, etc.) and systemupgrades● Review and improve payroll policies and procedures● Ensure payroll is processed in an accurate, compliant and timely manner● Collaborate with accounting team, liaise with auditors, and manage payroll tax audits● Act as the main point of contact for all benefits administration in Paylocity● Work closely with benefit broker to ensure all benefits information is communicatedin a timely fashion● Conduct quarterly benefits audits and ensure monthly benefit reconciliation with theFinance Team● Oversee and facilitate Open Enrollment● Handle all ACA filing through PaylocityOngoing● Fulfill all worker’s compensation claims, unemployment claims and any mandatorygovernment/census reporting● Conduct quarterly HR Compliance audits● Maintain current knowledge and ensure compliance with all applicable state andfederal wage and hour laws● Oversee the maintenance of current employee data systems●Audit, correct and maintain all employee records, employee communicationforms and general business practices● Support managers with coaching, progressive discipline and employee actionforms for their team as needed● Manage the administrative function of Apres Cru’s recruiting efforts in Big Sky,including managing all job postings, handling the physical set up of all Open Calls,manage the Applicant Tracking System, and keep all recruiting information up todate for accurate trend reporting● Oversee and enforce consistent corrective action process and employee relations● Implement and oversee performance management process for all locations● Maintain close relationships with all restaurant and corporate employees andserve as a point of contact for HR and benefits related questions● Maintain an open-door policy for all employees as a resource and manage employeehotlineCore Competencies● Distilling complex concepts into approachable, impactful communications, tools, andprocesses● Foreseeing, adapting to and proactively offering solutions to common businesschallenges● Understanding and analyzing the organization’s current state and communicatingand prioritizing opportunities for improvement● Leading, inspiring, and influencing team members● Strong knowledge of HRIS/HRM, health care and 401k benefits administration,unemployment insurance and worker’s compensation etc.● Exceptional interpersonal communication skills● Excellent time management, organizational, strategic thinker, and multitasker● Exhibit grace under pressure● Thrive in a fast-paced, independent, entrepreneurial environment● Self-driven, results-orientedExperience and Education● 3+ years’ accountability for HR function in generalist role in a restaurant/hospitalitycompany● Familiar with navigating HR Compliance and Laws in multiple states and jurisdictionsincluding New York, California, and Illinois● Experience managing a high volume of time-sensitive administrative tasks● Familiarity with HR principles including, but not limited to, wage and hourcompliance, claims handling, employee relations, payroll processing, discipline andseparation, training, and benefit administration● Exceptional MS office skills, business and financial acumen, and problem-solving skills● Bachelor’s in human resources, hospitality management, business administration orequivalent degree● SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PHR or other related certification preferred● Master’s in HR preferredAdditional Skills and Responsibilities:● Possess excellent strategic planning skills, with an emphasis on delivering, executingand assessing action plans● Experience with risk analysis and preemptive risk mitigation● Proactively communicates to managing partners● Excellent time management, organizational, strategic thinker and multi-tasker● Analytical and organizational skills, as well the ability to define and effectively solveand deal with a variety of changing situations● Creative problem solving skills● Passion for exceptional hospitality, food, and beverages● Ability to multitask and exhibit grace under pressure● Thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment● Self-driven, results-oriented More detail about Apres Cru Hospitality part of Apres Cru Hospitality, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/1016513-apres-cru-hospitality