HR People Manager

Description

Position Overview

Bread Alone's Human Resource & People Manager is a hands-on administrative leadership role responsible for all aspects of the employee lifecycle, from onboarding to retention and development. This role ensures HR compliance, manages HR administrative workflows, and fosters a positive and productive work environment aligned with Bread Alone's values and culture.

This role serves as a vital link between our team members and operational leadership, ensuring alignment between employee needs and business objectives. As the Human Resource People Manager you will lead initiatives dedicated to fostering engagement, development, and performance while ensuring policies and procedures reflect our values. From enhancing onboarding and streamlining workflows to driving strategic projects, you will play a crucial role in creating an environment where talent is supported, empowered, and inspired to evolve with Bread Alone.

This is an exciting time to join Bread Alone as we lay the foundation for growth—you will play a key role in shaping the future of our objective to become a top employer in the Hudson Valley.

The Human Resource & People Manager reports directly to the Vice President of People Operations.

Hours: This is a full-time, in-office position, Tuesday–Saturday AM workflow with a minimum of 40–50 hours per week. We strive to make schedules as manageable as possible to encourage and allow work-life balance.

Bread Alone's Worldview: Bread Alone Began in 1983 with simple intention: To feed people organic bread baked from a wood-fire brick oven. We run the bakery today with the optimistic belief that good food, an equitable economy and a healthy planet can thrive together. At the heart of our endeavors lies the profound belief that individuals are integral to every positive impact we make. Join us as we collectively strive for excellence in aligning our aspirations with meaningful actions.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Leadership & Strategic Impact
• Serve as a key leader within the People team, fostering collaboration and alignment with the company vision
• Position People Department as a business-facing COE and elevate our profile service levels
• Oversee the daily HR operations ensuring alignment with the company and department objectives
• Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing team of People, Professionals and Specialists, cultivating a culture of excellence, ownership/accountability, and continuous growth
• Partner with leadership to shape the People Department into a strategic enabler of business success, aligning operations with our objective to empower employees and strengthen performance
• Lead efforts to simplify processes, remove friction, and create scalable systems that align with our objective to become a strategic business partner

Compliance

• Drive the employee relations process, investigating unique situations, providing guidance to employees and managers throughout the process while ensuring internal and external regulations are upheld
• Ensures Bread Alone is in compliance with local and federal labor laws by regularly reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures to align with legal requirements, company standards, and industry regulations
• Implement and educate the team on HR policies, practices, and procedures, ensuring clear guidance on topics such as leave types, the termination process, and other key employment matters

Onboarding

• Reimagine the onboarding experience to make it a BIC program that inspires, informs, and engages new hires from day one, accelerating their integration and impact to Bread Alone.
• Design and implement innovative onboarding tools, training, and touchpoints that reflect Bread Alone values and support long-term retention
• Support in tracking key onboarding metrics to measure effectiveness and continuously improve the experience

Employee Engagement

• Lead and participate in HR initiatives such as performance management, department planning, employee engagement, and employee development
• Partner with the Payroll Specialist to educate and distribute information about perks and benefits
• Coordinate, promote, and attend internal events, such as annual gatherings, community service activities, and recognition for new hires, promotions, and ESOP share reveal
• Communicate initiatives and trainings to employees through various communication resources including calendars, meetings, internal HRIS posts, and the Bread Alone employee newsletter

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience driving multiple HR functions 
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable State and Federal employment laws and general HR practices
• Significant hands-on experience with HRIS and compliance systems
• Solid business acumen and analytical skills
• Ability to resolve conflict, deliver difficult messages, and address all people-related issues
• Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and senior leadership presence
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of performance and results for self and team
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen, learn, and disseminate information with consistent brand language and aesthetics
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and define direction and solutions in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment
• Respect for and comfort with a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Willingness to follow all safety guidelines set out by Bread Alone
• Act with integrity, honesty, knowledge and professionalism to promote the culture, values and purpose of Bread Alone
• Availability to work consistently throughout the year, including holidays and weekends, as the bakery is open 365 days a year

Job Type: Full-time, exempt      

Compensation: Bread Alone is deeply committed to ethically balancing the demands of the business and paying a living wage to all those who contribute to our success. Pay for this position is $60,500 to $80,000 annually.

We Offer

• Company-Wide, Rewarding Success Together: We believe in sharing success with our team. Our bonus program is designed to recognize and reward your contributions— the longer you're with us, the greater your potential earnings. As we grow, so do your opportunities to benefit.
• Ongoing Growth & Recognition: Your development matters to us. We provide regular check-ins and feedback to support your success—starting with dedicated evaluations at 30 and 90 days for new hires, followed by annual reviews for merit-based growth. Our goal is to help you thrive and be rewarded for your contributions. 
• Invest in Your Future: We’re committed to helping you build long-term financial security. After just six months, you’ll be eligible for our 401(k) program with a generous employer match of up to 4%—because your future matters as much as your present success.
• Prioritizing Your Work-Life Balance: We know time to recharge is essential. That’s why managers receive 120 hours of PTO upfront upon hire—so you can start prioritizing what matters from day one. Because when you thrive, so does our team!
• Supporting Your Well-Being: We believe in taking care of our team. Salaried employees and managers receive 56 hours of wellness time upfront upon hire. And as a bonus, any unused time is paid out on your one-year anniversary! Prioritize your well-being, knowing your time is valued.
• Comprehensive Healthcare through CDPHP
• Dental Coverage with Delta Dental
• Free Vision & Life Insurance—fully covered for all employees
• Invest in Your Future with $2,000 in annual education reimbursement

Salary : $60,500 - $80,000