Human Resources Generalist

Austin Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in New York is seeking a proactive HR Generalist to enhance employee experience and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This role involves supporting HR operations, recruitment processes, and maintaining employee relations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in HR or related fields, proficiency in Mandarin, and at least one year of HR experience. This position offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of HR experience (generalist or similar role).
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, compliance requirements, and best practices, especially related to CA, NY, and NJ.
• Prior experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure HR policies comply with labor laws.
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns.
• Create and update training materials.

Skills

Fluency in Mandarin Chinese

HR laws knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Restaurant365

Toast

Gusto

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our team. This role will play a critical part in building a positive employee experience, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, and supporting the company’s overall HR operations. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, people-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Location: New York Area (Hybrid/Remote)

Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Compliance & HR Operations
  
  
  
  • Ensure HR policies and practices comply with federal, state, and local labor laws.
  
  
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
  
  
  • Support audits and reporting requirements.
  
  
  • Stay up to date with multi-state labor and employment regulations, with emphasis on restaurant industry compliance in California and New York.
  
  
  
  


• Recruitment & Hiring
  
  
  
  • Partner with managers to identify hiring needs and develop job descriptions.
  
  
  • Manage the full-cycle recruitment process including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers.
  
  
  • Support employer branding and candidate experience initiatives.
  
  
  
  


• Onboarding & Offboarding
  
  
  
  • Coordinate new hire orientation and ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
  
  
  • Prepare necessary paperwork, system access, and training materials.
  
  
  • Manage offboarding processes, including exit interviews, final documentation, and compliance requirements.
  
  
  
  


• Employee Relations
  
  
  
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and conflict resolution.
  
  
  • Promote a positive workplace culture and support employee engagement initiatives.
  
  
  • Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and best practices.
  
  
  
  


• Training Development
  
  
  
  • Create and update manuals, guides, and resources to help employees learn daily tasks and company processes.
  
  
  • Support ongoing employee training and development initiatives.
  
  
  
  


• Payroll & Finance Collaboration
  
  
  
  • Partner with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
  
  
  • Verify timekeeping, deductions, and compliance with wage and hour regulations.
  
  
  • Support payroll audits and resolve discrepancies as needed.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.


• Strong knowledge of HR laws, compliance requirements, and best practices, especially related to CA, NY, and NJ.


• Prior experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry is preferred.


• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is required.


• 1+ years of HR experience (generalist or similar role).


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.


• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Restaurant365, Toast, Gusto, AllianceHCM, or similar systems is preferred.


• Visa support, including OPT and H-1B, is available for qualified candidates.