HR Generalist

About This Role

This high-impact Human Resources Generalist role supports the VP of HR within a multi-state hospitality environment, encompassing boutique hotels, bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and entertainment venues. Join a rapidly expanding LGBTQ+ hospitality company and help build HR infrastructure and streamline processes during a period of significant growth. This role offers autonomy and the chance to shape HR processes for 500+ employees, contributing to an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on HR guidance to operations teams across multiple states, ensuring consistent policy application
• Maintain compliant employee documentation, records, and HR files
• Stay current on federal, state, and local labor laws (with experience across NY and CA requirements)
• Manage J1 and H2B visa hiring and processing for seasonal operations
• Recommend and implement policy updates to ensure ongoing compliance
• Conduct thorough workplace investigations with discretion and fairness
• Partner with managers on performance management, coaching, and development plans
• Resolve employee relations issues and interpret company policies
• Review terminations and provide guidance on progressive discipline
• Serve as primary contact for employee benefit programs and resolve inquiries
• Administer leaves of absence (FMLA, ADA accommodations, Workers' Compensation)

Requirements

• 5+ years of full-cycle HR experience including employee relations, compliance, and policy administration
• Hospitality industry experience (bars, restaurants, entertainment environments)
• Multi-state HR experience with strong knowledge of New York and California labor laws
• English & Spanish fluency (written and spoken)
• J1 and H2B visa process expertise
• ER investigation experience
• Performance management expertise (metrics, reviews, development plans)
• Remote work excellence - self-directed, organized, thrives working independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of full-cycle HR experience including employee relations, compliance, and policy administration

Nice to Have

• ADP Workforce Now experience
• Payroll understanding
• Startup or high-growth environment experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits