Job Description

Job Title:

HR Manager (Part-Time, Potential to Become Full-Time)

Location:

Hartford, CT (with travel to Oxford, CT and Stamford, CT)

Company:

Nieves Hospitality

About Us:

Nieves Hospitality is a growing food service and hospitality company operating multiple concepts in Connecticut. We pride ourselves on creating a positive work culture, developing our team members, and delivering exceptional service to our clients. We are seeking a dynamic HR Manager to join our team and play a key role in shaping our employee experience.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a hands-on, people-focused HR professional to assess our current systems, identify gaps, and implement strategies to build a strong HR foundation. This role will be instrumental in training managers and hourly staff, developing a comprehensive training program, and fostering a positive, high-performance culture across all locations.

This is a

part-time position to start

, with the potential to become full-time as the company grows.

Key Responsibilities:

Assess current HR systems, policies, and procedures; identify gaps and implement solutions. Develop, implement, and maintain employee training programs for managers and hourly team members. Provide coaching and support to managers on HR best practices, performance management, and employee development. Foster a positive company culture focused on engagement, retention, and growth. Handle typical office administrative tasks including payroll coordination, benefits administration, and recordkeeping. Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. Travel to other company locations in Oxford and Stamford as needed.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in HR, preferably in food service, hospitality, or a multi-location environment. Strong knowledge of HR systems, compliance, and employee relations. Experience designing and delivering training programs. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to balance strategic initiatives with hands-on execution. Strong people-person skills with a passion for developing team members. Flexibility to travel to multiple locations as required.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary (based on experience) Opportunity to shape and grow the HR function within a dynamic company Collaborative and supportive work environment Potential for full-time role as the company expands

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your HR experience, particularly in food service or hospitality, and your approach to building strong teams and culture.

Nieves Hospitality

is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 per week

Work Location: In person