Human Resources Coordinator, Corporate Hospitality Support Center

JOB DETAILS

Centerplate and our partner venues have been defining extraordinary experiences through thoughtful hospitality, expertly delivered, for more than 80 years at gathering places across North America and the United Kingdom.

As the pioneer and leader in live event hospitality, we are committed to making the time that people spend together more rewarding and more valuable.  “Making it better to be there since 1929.”^TM

We currently seek a talented professional to serve as the Human Resources Coordinator for our Corporate Support Center, based in Greenville, SC.  The Corporate Support Center serves the needs of our nearly 30,000 employees in the field who operate our 250+ contracted locations.  These include restaurants, professional and minor league sports stadiums, concert halls, convention centers, airports and other public entertainment venues.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION:

The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for supporting the overall effectiveness of Centerplate’s Corporate Human Resources function by providing counsel, hands-on assistance and technical expertise regarding company systems, policies and procedures and matters of state and federal compliance.

The Human Resources Coordinator will establish themselves as a strategic team member and they will work closely with managers in the field to support the HR needs of each region, district and unit and will operate with some independence to ensure fairness and objectivity for all employees, while supporting Centerplate’s vision, mission and values.   They will participate in various personnel-related functions, including benefits, payroll and compensation administration, diversity and ethics, compliance, employee relations, internal communications, recruitment, on-boarding, training and workforce analysis, in addition to performing general clerical and administrative duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates a professional demeanor in all interactions with visitors, vendors and business partners.
• Maintains employee handbooks, systems of record, business files, geographically-specific policies, Company procedures, manuals and other HR policy documentation;
• Supports the payroll department by providing necessary employee information, reports and documentation.
• Supports the Corporate VP of HR and Field HR staff in handling matters of employee relations and counseling and discipline, as needed.
• Assists with the administration of the company leave plans and policies, including FMLA, STD, LTD, military leave, personal leave, etc.
• Assists with the administration of affirmative action programs
• Maintains other records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations. Collaborates with HR team members in developing and executing HR department goals, objectives, systems and processes; Assists in generation of reports and collection of data so that decisions and results can be rendered in relation to established goals.
• Serves as a super-user of Lawson, HRIS and Microsoft Office software; Assists with maintenance of employee records and compiles reports from database Recommends new approaches, systems and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the HR department and services it performs.
• Supports the HR department’s financial objectives by reviewing and processing invoices for payment, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions.
• Coordinates various HR programs such as recognition and team activities.
• Runs reports as required for both corporate and field HR management.
• Performs other HR, administrative and office management duties, tasks and responsibilities as needed.

Skills & Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration required.
• 2-4 years of recent Human Resources experience required.
• Advanced technical skills, with high proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs required.
• Certified typing speed of at least 50 WPM
• Benefits Administration experience required.
• Recruitment experience preferred.
• Eligibility to sit for and/or achievement of PHR certification preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-site Food & Beverage or Hospitality industry strongly preferred.
• Polished and professional image with exceptional ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Keen ability to connect easily with others and create positive positioning within a particular context or subject matter.
• Previous knowledge of HRIS and reporting, preferably Lawson, Oracle, ADP or similar.

OTHER DETAILS:

No relocation available.  This position is accompanied by a competitive salary and benefits package.

**Please include salary requirements when applying. **

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Centerplate. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file.

Centerplate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.