Urbane Cafe · 4 days ago
Human Resources Director
Ventura, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expUrbane Cafe is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead and inspire their HR team while promoting the company's culture and values. This role involves managing all HR functions, including employee relations, training, compliance, and benefits, while ensuring a positive work environment and aligning HR initiatives with business strategies.
Restaurants
Hiring Manager
Vanessa Jimenez, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Partner with the senior leadership team to develop overall business strategies, align Human Resource initiatives with those strategies, and implement action plans necessary to meet short and long-term business goals. Serve as a business partner and resource to all departments on any matters related to employment
Employee Communication and Engagement – Reinforce Urbane Cafe’s culture and values through ongoing communication, recognition programs and employee involvement. Plan and organize community involvement events, and employee programs, events and meetings throughout the year. They must instill trust in team members by providing leadership with integrity, discretion and fairness
Benefit Administration – Oversee medical plans, dental, vision, life, disability and voluntary benefits, wellness incentives, COBRA administration, 401(k) savings plan and leaves of absence. Administration of employee privileges/discounts and other employment-related benefits
Safety/Workers’ Comp – Oversee safety-related programs and training. Coordinate provider relations and processes for Workers’ Comp, including items such as employee medical treatment and compensation, return to work programs and claims reviews
Employee Relations – Provide advice and counsel to the management team regarding all aspects of employment law and practices. Provide assistance in the interpretation of policies and procedures, resolution of employee relations issues, investigations, corrective or disciplinary actions, and employee separations. Manage severance programs as applicable
HR Policies and Legal Compliance Reporting -- Prepare and submit annual government reports as required. Conduct and/or review annual audits and conduct periodic review of HR materials and processes, ensuring legal compliance
HR Systems and Budget -- Oversee HR systems development and implementation and provide user training as needed. Review and analyze data. Plan and manage HR Department Budget
Maintain professional affiliations and appropriate community involvement. Attend appropriate employment law seminars and updates to keep HR and employment law knowledge and certifications current, and stay informed on possible legislation and trends in Human Resources. Collaborates with Talent Acquisition Department to ensure staffing levels are met
Qualification
Required
5+ years of Human Resource Management, preferably in the restaurant industry
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
Experience with multi-unit properties
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
Skilled in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Comprehensive knowledge of laws and regulations governing human resources (FMLA, PDL, ADA, OSHA, etc.)
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Preferred
SHRM or SPHR highly preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred
Benefits
Medical plans
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
Voluntary benefits
Wellness incentives
COBRA administration
401(k) savings plan
Leaves of absence
Employee privileges/discounts
Company
Urbane Cafe
Our mission is “Delicious is in the Details” and that starts with our team.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Doug Zillmer
Restaurant Partner
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