Human Resources Administration & Compliance

• Creating/updating employee handbooks and job descriptions
• Communicating HR policy and procedure updates
• Conducting criminal background checks and audits for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Overseeing compliance with various HR regulations, including Labor Law Posters & Notices, Ban the Box & Salary Ban, Minimum Wage & Overtime, and others
• Ensuring required employee training (e.g., harassment training) occurs
• Providing structured recordkeeping to keep HR policies well-organized and actionable

Payroll Administration & Compliance

• Managing payroll data entry (new hires, terminations, and status changes)
• Processing payroll transmissions and addressing all payroll-related inquiries
• Complying with paid time off (PTO), garnishments, I-9 audits, and employment verifications
• Guiding clients in working directly with their HRIS/payroll systems to maintain accurate employee files
• Complying with wage and hour regulations to mitigate risks

Benefits Administration & Compliance

• Managing health insurance and other benefits, including ACA compliance and COBRA
• Coordinating open enrollment processes and guiding clients through benefits options so they can make the best choice for their team
• Overseeing leaves of absence and unemployment and Workers’ Compensation claims
• Ensuring clients are aware of and compliant with benefits-related regulations and deadlines

Employee Relations:

• Tracking performance management through goal-setting and regular progress checks
• Addressing disciplinary actions fairly, with discretion, and in line with company rules
• Creating and maintaining a respectful work environment by preventing sexual harassment and responding effectively if it occurs
• Handling employee complaints and concerns with care, fairness, and confidentiality
• Managing voluntary and involuntary terminations in compliance with laws and best practices

HR & Leadership Training

• Creating and delivering engaging training and coaching programs to help your clients become better leaders and improve their HR practices
• Maximizing the use of the Restaurant HR & Leadership Academy courses so clients can develop strong leadership and people management skills
• Leading virtual training and coaching sessions (think Zoom or Teams calls) tailored to each client, focusing on practical tips and strategies to boost their team’s performance

• HUMAN-CENTERED—Relationships matter to us, and we hope they matter to you, too. You care about the well-being of others, whether that’s your teammates, clients, or people in your community.
• RESOURCEFUL—You don’t shy away from HR challenges and find satisfaction in transforming clients’ people operations. You gladly embrace the mission because you have the skills and determination to make a positive change and directly contribute to your client’s success.
• CANDOR—You give constructive feedback with care and compassion and receive it with a willing and open mind.

• Have a degree in HR, Accounting, or a related business field (or relevant experience). But, if you have 3+ years of experience in HR, payroll, and/or benefits—bonus if that’s in the restaurant industry—let’s have a conversation.
• Value open dialogue and thrive on being the go-to source of all things HR for your clients
• Think on your feet and develop creative solutions to keep forward momentum
• Enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients to form strong, trusting relationships
• Take ownership of your client and team responsibilities, delivering exceptional results on time
• Address conflicts with care to maintain positive work relationships
• Love driving the bus and formulating a roadmap to achieve your goals and those of your clients—We ❤️ self-starters!
• Manage your time and prioritize multiple deadlines, knowing that unexpected client needs may arise
• Bring positivity and a can-do attitude, especially when encountering challenges
• Have a knack for inspiring and guiding others and are ready to take your leadership skills to the next level

• Our team works remotely (yay!), but we connect so often virtually that some days you may actually forget we’re not all in the same room together. 😉
• You’ll work at a computer for extended periods, typically 40-50 hours per week, depending on client and company needs.
• Although most of your work can be accomplished during the week, the nature of the restaurant industry means occasional weekend situations may require immediate attention, so flexibility and weekend availability are appreciated.
• The annual salary range for this position is around $70k based on experience.

This role is intentionally designed for experienced HR leaders. With strong performance, curiosity, and a commitment to growing and making a great impact, you’ll have the opportunity to progress along the following path:

HR Manager → Senior HR Leader → Director

We are deeply invested in developing internal talent and building long-term careers at RHR. This role offers meaningful exposure, mentorship, and increasing leadership responsibility and we’re excited to support your growth every step of the way.