Employee & Labor Relations Manager (Wellesley College)

AVI Foodsystems; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is hiring an Employee & Labor Relations Manager for Wellesley College, MA. This role involves advising management, resolving grievances, and supporting recruitment operations in a dynamic food service environment. Ideal candidates will have strong HR expertise and excellent communication skills, contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources experience.
• Proficiency in U.S. employment and labor laws.
• Experience with labor unions strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in administration of collective bargaining agreement.
• Consult with management on human resource issues.
• Assist with recruiting and onboarding new hires.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Creativity

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

HRIS system

Job description

Employee & Labor Relations Manager (Wellesley College)

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AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and positive leader to immediately hire to fill the role of Employee and Labor Relations Manager at the prestigious Wellesley College in Wellesley, MA.

Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Participate in the administration of the collective bargaining agreement
• Support and advise front line management staff on grievance resolutions and proposed responses
• Manages the day to day relationship with dining services team members
• Liaison for the dining team to Wellesley College
• Participate in the recruiting and onboarding process for new hires
• Assist with HR functions at regional work locations
• Partner with company HR leaders to ensure division and company practices are aligned
• Consult with management team to create a work culture that promotes company values
• Monitor the effectiveness of HR processes and collaborate with leadership to make changes as needed
• Develop measurement and assessment methods to ensure consistency and fairness
• Counsel and advise management on policy and practice issues
• Act as a strategic business partner by working with management to support business strategies
• Consult with clients on human resource issues and resolve operating issues through established policies and procedures
• Enlist HR content experts as needed to address unique needs and issues with policy
• Collaborate with other HR professionals at the corporate headquarters to ensure consistency of HR philosophy and standards
• Keep human resources leaders apprised of critical operating and climate issues
• Actively participate in team member relations
• Communicate effectively with management at all levels to identify staffing needs
• Assess candidates for open positions and conduct thorough interviews
• Collaborate with Wellesley College Recruiter to execute the hiring process for hourly team member
• Coordinate communication between applicants (hourly workers and students) and hiring managers
• Conduct new hire orientation and facilitate other soft skill learning opportunities as needed
• Work with College department on employee relations situations including but not limited to LOAs, accommodations, Title IX, retirement
  
  

Job Requirements:

Requirements:

• Strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources experience
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees
• A proven track record of success in partnering with the business in the following areas: recruitment, performance management, compliance with federal and state employment laws, team member development, and coaching/counseling
• Experience in team member relations support to team members in multiple locations
• Self-motivated with ability to function independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in U.S. employment and labor laws, as well as systems and methods relating to staffing, performance management, training & development, career planning and succession planning
• Advanced understanding of HR functions, practices, policies, employment law and regulations
• Ability to handle matters in a discrete and confidential manner
• Ability to act objectively while coaching team members and leaders through issues that are complex, difficult or emotional in nature
• Competency with Microsoft office products including, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, as well as experience with an HRIS system
• Experience with labor unions strongly preferred
• Familiarity with MA and Federal labor laws and generally accepted practices and procedures
• High level of creativity and excellent problem solving skills
  
  

Benefits:

AVI offers:

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities
  
  

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type Full-Time

Location Wellesley, MA (Onsite)

Job Type Human Resources, Management

Experience Not Specified

Date Posted 06/13/2025

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business, Management, and Administrative

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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