Human Resources Generalist

Epiphany Farms Hospitality Group is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable individual to join our team as a Human Resources (HR) Generalist.

This role plays a crucial part in assisting Executives in managing the workforce to ensure smooth operations. The Epiphany Farms HR Generalist has responsibilities spanning recruitment, onboarding, benefits and payroll, performance management, promotions/raises, and terminations, as well as employee relations and compliance with labor laws. By fostering a positive work environment and implementing effective HR policies, this role supports staff development and retention, which are vital for delivering exceptional guest experiences. Additionally, the HR Generalist works closely with Executives and Managers to align HR strategies with the organization's goals, ensuring a cohesive approach to talent management in a dynamic hospitality industry.

Responsibilities Highlights:

1. Recruitment

• Collaborate with Executives and Managers to identify hiring needs and implement recruitment strategies.
• Create and maintain job posts across multiple platforms to recruit talent, balancing costs with hiring goals.
• Screen applications on an ongoing basis and invite qualified candidates to interview.

2. Onboarding

• Communicate with hiring managers regarding new hires and initiate new hire (and rehire) onboarding in the HR/payroll system in a timely manner.
• Welcome new hires to the organization and share information on important company policies and benefits.
• Maintain new hire records and complete the HR portion of the onboarding process, including follow up with new hires (as needed).

3. Payroll Administration

• Assist with the following in coordination with the payroll team:
• Process payroll and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Maintain employee records related to payroll, benefits, and taxes.
• Handle payroll-related inquiries from staff.
• Administer paid leave in accordance with employee requests and company policies.
• Process promotions and raises in the payroll system.

4. Benefits

• Monitor employee eligibility for benefits coverage.
• Communicate health insurance benefits to employees as they become eligible to enroll in coverage.
• Coordinate employee coverage elections with the company’s benefits administrator and set up payroll deductions.
• Answer employee questions related to benefits.

5. Employee Relations

• Assist with the employee orientation process, including the Employee Handbook.
• Work with Executives and Managers to develop and implement HR policies that promote employee retention and engagement.
• Meet with employees to discuss and resolve concerns as they arise.

6. Employee Discipline and Terminations

• Assist Managers in documenting employee issues and consult on appropriate disciplinary action, as needed.
• Process and document terminations in the payroll system. Remove access to company resources, tools, etc.

7. Miscellaneous and Administrative Support:

• Complete employment verification requests.
• Respond to unemployment claims in a timely manner, as needed.
• Provide administrative assistance to the CEO and COO, and other Executives, as needed.
• Maintain an organized filing system for HR documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in an HR role or similar administrative, compliance, or employee relations role.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles and labor laws.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about human resources to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our organization’s success!