Airline Lounges Human Resources Manager

Sodexo Careers; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

A leading global service provider is seeking a Human Resources Manager based in Seattle, WA. The role involves overseeing HR processes, working closely with on-site managers, and requires an understanding of labor relations and federal laws. Ideal candidates will have experience in hospitality and will be bilingual in Spanish. This position offers a hybrid work model with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or in a similar role.
• Experience in restaurants, hospitality, or travel industry preferred.
• Understanding of federal labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee airport badging process for new hires.
• Support new hire orientation facilitation, set-up and logistics.
• Function as the HR liaison between operations and senior HR.
• Engage with potential candidates and represent the company.
• Engage with potential candidates and represent Sodexo as an employer of choice.
• Address payroll issues and serve as HR liaison between operations and senior HR.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo Live's! Airport Lounge Segment is seeking a Human Resources Manager to join our team with our new client, with lounges throughout the West Coast and Hawaii. This role will be based in Seattle, WA with expected 30% - 40% travel to other locations. This Human Resources Manager will have an office onsite as well as working remote, in a hybrid capacity. You will provide administrative HR support to the Sodexo food and beverage teams who operate the business lounges in the region. Role reports to a Human Resources Business Partner, and will work directly with on-site managers and a staff of 150 - 200 employees. Bilingual Spanish preferred for this role.

What You\'ll Do

• Oversee airport badging process for new hires
• Support new hire orientation facilitation, set-up and logistics
• Onboarding
• Run compliance reports
• Maintain and distribute employee training/communications
• Assist with career fairs and hiring events/recruitment
• Share employee benefits information with new hires and direct them accordingly
• Complete I-9 forms and other employee file documentation
• Set up employee direct deposits
• Engage with potential candidates and represent Sodexo as an employer of choice
• Collect union statements/corrective actions for Senior Human Resources Manager
• Address payroll issues as they arise.
• Function as the HR liaison between operations and senior HR.
• Complete other administrative projects as assigned.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• The ideal candidate is a team player, with high attention to detail, proactive mindset and has excellent communication & interpersonal skills to interact with employees and stakeholders.
• Must have proven experience as an HR Manager or in a similar role.
• Experience in restaurants, hospitality, or travel industry preferred.
• Understanding and knowledge of union environments and labor relations.
• Understanding of federal labor laws.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate\'s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 2 years

Minimum Functional Experience – 2 years in HR