Benefits Manager

Benefits and Payroll ManagerOur client owns and operates nine unique full-service restaurants across Orlando, FL, and Alexandria, VA. Guided by a hyper-local strategy, they leverage strong community connections, a loyal guest following, and dedicated team members to create exceptional dining experiences. With a portfolio of multi-million-dollar restaurants, their mission is to impact lives through extraordinary hospitality — "our people, our guests, and our community".POSITION OVERVIEW: As the connection point between their restaurants, employees, leadership team, and OPOC, you'll keep the people side of the business running smoothly. You'll bring accuracy, urgency, organization, and exceptional follow-through to payroll and benefits across multiple restaurant locations – ensuring employees are paid correctly, questions are answered, and critical information gets where it needs to go.Salary: $ 75,000 – $ 80,000 + annual bonus programWork Type: Hybrid, 3 days in office/2 days remoteKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Benefits Administration & ManagementPayroll OversightCompliance & ReportingREQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, economics, business, or a related field, or an SHRM certification.Minimum 3 years of related experience within a benefits or HR department, preferably supporting a multi-unit, high-volume hospitality or restaurant organization.Extensive knowledge of the benefits function, including worker's compensation.Knowledge of the payroll function (preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes).Restaurant or hospitality experience is required.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.Exceptional organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to build relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.Must be able to work well under pressure and be self-motivated.Must be dependable, reliable, and driven with minimal supervision.Must be able to work with highly sensitive and confidential information and material.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.Proficient with HRIS and Payroll software.Benefits People are the CORE of their company. That's why their benefits include:Eligible for an annual bonus based on base salary, with rewards that grow with tenure:Year 1: 5% of base salaryYear 2: 7.5% of base salaryYear 3+: 10% of base salary, with the bonus stabilizing at this level thereafter401K with employer contributionPaid time off and sick daysMedical, vision, dental, and life insuranceComplimentary dining privilegesParking pass