HR CORP/HR Generalist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and people-focused HR Generalist to support our restaurant and corporate teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role plays a key part in maintaining compliance, supporting employee relations, and ensuring accurate HR reporting and administration.

The ideal candidate is organized, knowledgeable in HR practices, and thrives in a dynamic setting where no two days are the same.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and workplace issues

• Support HR Business Partners (HRBPs) with employee relations matters, including investigations

• Partner with HR and Loss Prevention on workplace incidents and claims

• Manage Leave of Absence administration

• Help foster a positive, inclusive, and compliant work environment

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (FMLA, FLSA, EEOC, youth employment laws)

• Process and maintain I-9s, E-Verify, employment verifications, and unemployment claims

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HR systems

• Support internal audits and compliance reviews

• Partner with payroll to ensure accurate employee compensation and wage compliance

• Administer and track PTO/PST in accordance with company policies

• Serve as a subject matter expert for Workers’ Compensation, LOA, and FMLA processes

• Prepare and maintain HR reports, including headcount, turnover, and compliance metrics

• Analyze HR data to identify trends and support business decisions

• Compile reports for audits, investigations, and leadership requests

• Translate documents as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 1–3 years of HR experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment such as restaurant, retail, or hospitality

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices

• Experience with HR reporting and data analysis

• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred)

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP)

• Experience supporting multi-unit or high-volume operations

• Be part of a fast-growing, high-energy organization

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on employees and operations

• Collaborative and supportive HR team

• Growth and development opportunities