HR Business Partner

Position: HR Business Partner I
With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer

Health, dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)

Holiday pay

Meal and Transportation Benefits

RRSP retirement plan with company match

Company paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Training and exciting career growth opportunities

Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

* Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.

Purpose:

The HR Business Partner I (HRBP I) manages the execution of HR policies, procedures, and strategies as directed by the People and Culture Director; this role develops and administers local policies and programs unique to their assigned location(s). This role collaborates with the Operations leaders and all levels of management on HR matters by providing both strategic and technical expertise and advice, guaranteeing that the company’s business objectives are met.

Essential Functions:

Directs the HR activities of an airport/or cluster of locations with less than 600 team members and low to medium sales volume that are collectively managed by location Operations leaders of Food & Beverage and Retail

Manages the full team member life cycle including attraction, selection, onboarding, engagement, development, retention, and offboarding; plans and optimizes each stage of a team member’s tenure

Develops and maintains a position as a trusted advisor to the Operations leader and management; advises on company policies, engagement, retention, training and performance management issues as they arise

Establishes and nurtures a visible and positive presence and among team members at all levels; provides HR policy guidance and interpretation

Works closely with the Regional People and Culture Director to communicate trends and utilize strategic planning tools/processes to analyze the business; recommends and implements strategies and tactical solutions to continuously improve the business

Ensures that team member relations issues are proactively addressed before escalating; advises management on how to reduce risk and maintain compliance

Conducts confidential and thorough employee investigations; prepares detailed documentation that is communicated effectively

Establishes and maintains positive labor relations; acts as a resource to Operations managers to guarantee they understand the CBA

Actively participates in arbitrations, grievances, and contract negotiations

Leads change initiatives that embrace forward-thinking values and drive continuous improvement; promote a culture of continuous engagement, learning, and development

Ensures HR practices comply with company policy and legal requirements; partners with corporate People & Culture and Legal to resolve matters as necessary

Maintains knowledge of current trends, technical, regulatory, and statutory related to the HR function as well as F&B and Retail operations to ensure delivery of appropriate advice and counsel

Reporting Relationship:
The HR Business Partner I reports to the Regional Director of People & Culture Operations

Minimum Qualifications , Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:

The combination of educational and professional experience must exceed 5 years:

In a leadership role:
Requires 2-4 years of experience leading a team of professionals, executing Human Resources strategy, and maintaining team member relationships.

In a technical role:
Requires 5-7 years of Human Resources experience

A bachelor’s degree in a program related to the functional area can count for three of the five-year requirement

An MBA or a master’s level degree in a program related to the functional area can count for an additional two years of the five-year requirement

In the industry: 3-5 years of Hospitality, Food,…