Company description

Nestled in New York City’s Upper West Side, Levain is a cozy neighborhood bakery where locals are greeted by name. A steady stream of loyal regulars stand side by side with tourists, eager to sample the legendary baked goods. From an inventive array of rustic breads to the world-famous six-ounce chocolate chip walnut cookie, everything is baked on-site, fresh every day from the finest natural ingredients. What doesn’t sell that day goes to help feed the hungry—a mission that has been solidly in place since the beginning.<br /><br /> The bakery was founded in 1994 by friends Connie McDonald and Pam Weekes.  At the time, Connie was in banking and Pam in fashion. The two, both competitive swimmers, trained together for the Ironman and—not surprisingly, as their tireless workouts left them feeling starved for great food— they began a passionate dialogue about creating the world’s greatest chocolate chip cookie. Within just a few years, Levain Bakery had become a neighborhood institution and a destination for epicurious travelers from around the world. Demand continued to grow. In 2000, to satisfy their regular clientele summering in the Hamptons, the two opened a second bakery in the village of Wainscott on Long Island’s East End.  Since 2011, those in the know head to Levain Bakery in Harlem to beat the lines on the Upper West Side.  As always, through their website, they also ship their world-famous cookies to happy fans around the globe.

Job description

<p><strong><em>Levain Bakery HR Director Job Description</em></strong></p> <p><strong>Mission Statement</strong>: A stand alone HR director who can own the dept, drive initiatives, be a key stakeholder in the culture, and do it with energy, drive and speed. This person will be consistent and fair in administering his/her duties while being collaborative and respectful of the culture of Levain. This person is passionate about the business and a vibrant energy in the office.<br />  </p> <p><strong>Outcomes</strong>: Pam and Connie can rely on this person to deal with employee issues. This person can foresee issues and come up with viable solutions and implement them. This person is relied on by staff and trusted for confidentiality, commitment to his/her position and effectiveness in implementing and moving forward on initiatives.<br />  </p> <p><strong>Competencies</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Diligent, responsible worker</li> <li>Demonstrates high emotional intelligence</li> <li>Strong knowledge of benefits, recruiting as well as the other pieces of HR.</li> <li>Ability to be personable with staff yet their own person. (ie. Not a gossiper)</li> <li>Commitment to mission of the company</li> <li>Team player</li> <li>Competent manager—this HR head will evaluate breadth of job in first 60 days to determine need for administrative HR P/T or F/T help</li> <li> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Recruiting: Update job descriptions for exempt and non-exempt personnel. Prepare job postings and coordinate recruitment efforts. Trail Pam for 2-4 months in selection and interviewing of candidates.</li> <li>Oversee employee relations; work with staff to manage issues. Serve as a primary point of contact for all employees in all business units regarding compensation, benefits, payroll, and personnel concerns.</li> <li>Oversee Reviews/Feedback process for employees</li> <li>Oversee and plan Team building activities and meetings</li> <li>Scheduling (or work with manager in overseeing scheduling). Evaluate scheduling method to propose and implement changes. Connect with key management to understand issues and explore ideas. Deal with time-off /vacation requests and sick employees replacement.</li> <li>HR Project: Evaluate and streamline Charity donations by Levain. Option to involve staff in selection to reinforce participatory role in culture</li> <li>HR Project: Create and own Employee Policy Handbook and Benefits manual and content, keeping with Levain’s culture</li> <li>Administrate/oversee Benefits. Address Worker's Compensation, Disability, Unemployment claims, as needed. Help set key policies to ensure legal compliance. Must remain ahead of developments in application of PPACA. Process billing reconciliation for health care premiums. Medical, transit, provide employee & salary verification letters. Attendance tracking, sick pay, vacation pay.</li> <li>Oversee payroll—work with bookkeeper who will do data entry</li> <li>HR Project Collaboration with current consultant: Re-evaluate and implement Management Structure</li> <li>HR Project Collaboration with current consultant: Compensation Analysis, including paid vacation</li> <li>HR Project Collaboration with current consultant: Training (for managers/format of new employee training). Ensure successful onboarding experience for new hires.</li> </ul>

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this position is: salaried

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