Human Resources Specialist South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa and Carter Estate Winery and Resort are premier luxury destinations in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. Known for award-winning wines, elevated hospitality, and unforgettable guest experiences, our success is driven by a passionate and people-first team.

Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Specialist performs a variety of technical and administrative HR functions with a strong emphasis on payroll administration, employee records, and compliance. This role requires a high level of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

• Payroll & HR Administration
  • Process and maintain accurate payroll data for hourly, salaried, and commissioned employees
  • Oversee bi-weekly payroll processing, including audits and reconciliation
  • Enter and maintain employee information such as rate changes, transfers, deductions, bonuses, and leave
  • Ensure accurate processing of payroll deductions, benefits, reimbursements, and allowances
  • Prepare and process final pay documentation and pay cards for terminations
• Employee Support & Compliance
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee and manager payroll-related inquiries
  • Resolve payroll discrepancies in coordination with the corporate payroll team
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in ADP Workforce Now
  • Process time-off requests and ensure proper documentation is collected
  • Demonstrate discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
• Additional Duties
  • Assist with HR audits and compliance documentation
  • Support HR initiatives and projects as assigned
  • Work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–2 years of Human Resources or payroll experience required
• Previous hotel or resort HR experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of HR laws and payroll regulations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• ADP experience preferred

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• High level of integrity and discretion

• Integrity – We do the right thing, always
• Customer Focus – We support our internal and external guests
• Teamwork – We collaborate to achieve excellence
• Passion – We bring enthusiasm to everything we do
• Self-Motivation – We take ownership and initiative

• Primarily indoor, resort-based work environment
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Employee perks, including winery and resort discounts
• Opportunities for growth within a luxury hospitality organization

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa and Carter Estate Winery and Resort are equal opportunity employers. Employment is at-will.