Life Alive Café · 3 days ago
People and Talent Generalist, (DC, Virginia, Maryland Market)
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expLife Alive Organic Cafe is dedicated to providing positive eating experiences with organic food. They are seeking a proactive People and Talent Generalist to manage HR functions, enhance team member relations, and support a positive workplace culture in Washington, D.C.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingSnack Food
Responsibilities
Serve as a point of contact for team member inquiries on HR policies, procedures, and programs
Serve as a trusted advisor for team member concerns and conflicts, conducting thorough investigations and resolving issues with fairness and integrity
Coach managers on performance management, conflict resolution, and HR best practices
Administer team member lifecycle processes including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, and performance reviews
Manage all aspects of LOAs including FMLA, ADA, personal, and medical leaves
Track, document, and communicate leave status while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies
Maintain team member records and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Support payroll and benefits administration by coordinating with external providers and internal teams
Assist in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and team member handbooks
Support team member engagement initiatives and organizational development programs
Address team member relations issues, providing guidance and escalating as appropriate
Ensure compliance with labor laws and HR best practices
Participate in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
Maintain HR systems and generate reports as needed
Assist in training and development activities across departments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
3+ years of HR, Hospitality, and/or Legal experience
Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices
Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality
Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and MS Office Suite
Preferred
Proficiency in Spanish preferred
PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus
Benefits
Plentiful Food Discounts & Yoga Perks
Flexible work schedule with the ability to split time working from home and in our cafés
401k and IRA, Life Alive matches 401k contributions at 100%, up to 3%
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
Life Insurance, MetLaw, TeleDoc, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Mental Health Support via My Strength
Parking and Transportation Reimbursement
$150 stipend for home office setup
Paid time off:
10 days paid vacation
40 hours paid sick leave
8 hours of community service pay
8 paid holidays
Company
Life Alive Café
Life Alive Café is a food processing company that serves grain bowls, salads, and noodles.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bryan Timko
Chief Executive Officer
Alexandra Chan
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
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