Director of Human Resources at DeRomo's Gourmet Market

DeRomo's Gourmet Market & Restaurant, located in Bonita Springs, FL, is seeking an experienced and established HR professional to join the team as Director of Human Resources.

The position works closely with the market and restaurant leaders, overseeing the operations of a high-volume, fast-paced, upscale gourmet Italian market, restaurant, and banquet operation. Its primary focus is ensuring an efficient and effective human resources function, with an emphasis on attracting and retaining talented staff and

maintaining a positive and productive morale where all Associates feel welcome and valued.

Job Summary: Responsible for directing and administering all Human Resources functions. The incumbent is responsible for implementing HR strategies in partnership with the Founder/CEO and operating managers. Duties will encompass the areas of recruitment and retention, training and development, benefits administration, employee relations, compensation, safety, and workers’ compensation. Manage all human resource programs such as employee recruitment and retention, compensation, policies and procedures, and employee training. Ensure company policy compliance and cultivate a positive work environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and administer Human Resources policies and programs based on DeRomo's Gourmet Market & Restaurant objectives and State and Federal legal requirements. Policies and programs should foster a positive work environment that is fair, productive, respectful, and consistent for all.
• Assist management and executive team in resolving personnel problems, implementing disciplinary action, managing employee performance, and determining staffing needs.
• Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and selecting qualified employees to fill vacant positions.
• Define, develop, and oversee management development through training programs for managers/supervisory personnel and hourly employees. Training will include new employee onboarding, orientation, guest service training, skill training, regulatory training, anti-harassment training, and anti-discrimination training.
• Maintain company compliance with all existing governmental and labor law reporting requirements.
• Manage the administration of workers' compensation and work appropriately with the employee leasing company and carriers on claims.
• Conduct employee investigations when needed and address all employee complaints/grievances in a timely manner.
• Provide assistance, guidance, and counseling to the Management team and employees.
• Set up and maintain competitive wage and benefit information. Make appropriate recommendations for changes as merited.
• Ensure managers and supervisors use coaching and counseling to address performance concerns/issues. Administer annual performance reviews and introductory reviews for new hires.
• Manage all personnel files.
• In-depth knowledge of employment labor laws, workers’ compensation, leave and administration, and OSHA regulations.
• Must understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc., from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times- No exceptions.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas, and assist in implementing solutions.
• Have complete knowledge of all department policies, standards, and procedures
• Adherence to all safety rules and regulations.
• Compliance with all Columbus Hospitality Management and DeRomo’s policies and procedures Additional duties as assigned by management.
  
  

Our compensation package for full-time Associates includes a competitive hourly rate, medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, Life, 401k with match, Paid Time Off after 90 Days, dining and travel discounts, special offers from our business partners, and discount programs for selected cell phone providers.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5 years previous experience as an HR Director, preferably in hospitality.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in written form, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner. Bilingual (Spanish) fluency helpful, but not required.
• Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Clear understanding of Federal, State, and Local employment law.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out all aspects of the position independently.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have flexibility of schedule to meet demands of business needs.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Hospitality, or Business is preferred.
• PHR or SPHR certification is helpful but not required.
  
  

DeRomo’s Gourmet Market and Restaurant is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management, a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to family/work-life balance and by providing development opportunities.

We are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment.