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Form of workHighgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate's portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry's most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.
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LeMeridien NYC Park Central
Tap into the inimitable energy of Midtown Manhattan at Le Meridien New York, Central Park, where iconic attractions and world-class cultural experiences beckon. Exquisitely designed to reflect the ethos of the city - bold, vibrant and authentic - our hotel is located in the heart of Midtown, on West 57th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues. From this enviable vantage point, guests may discover Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, MoMA and Columbus Circle. Ascend to our rooftop bar, LiFE Rooftop, and enjoy panoramic views of Central Park as you enjoy handcrafted cocktails and delicious bites from our carefully curated menu. Indulge in shared plates, fresh seasonal seafood and innovative rolls at Kumi Japanese Restaurant + Bar. With modern event spaces enhanced by thoughtful Le Meridien service, we provide an inspiring destination for events; when it's time to relax, intuitively designed hotel rooms and suites encourage tranquility. We await your arrival at Le Meridien New York, Central Park.
Overview
Director of Human Resources is responsible for assisting the Area Director of Human Resources with a variety of Human Resources functions. He/she is also responsible for filling all hourly positions in a timely manner, accurate and timely completion of paperwork, and the understanding and enforcement of company policies. This position will focus on recruitment for a 4 & 5 Star Luxury hotel and labor relations matters related to the unions.
Responsibilities- Assist in labor relations matters. Conduct meetings with staff and union.
- Recruit high volume of staff for opening year.
- Administer insurance benefits, calculate billing totals, explain benefits, assist with completion of enrollment forms, and answer questions.
- Compile review list and distribute to departments.
- Compile Turnover Report, copy and distribute.
- Enter payroll information on computer (wage information, changes).
- Conduct prescreening interviews.
- Respond to unemployment claims, maintain unemployment logbook.
- Maintain new hire, termination, transfer and promotion logbook.
- Audit hours worked in payroll reports for eligibility of benefits.
- Compile wage surveys.
- Monitor and maintain Leave of Absence log.
- Monitor Workman's Compensation claims, complete First Report of Injury and Employers Report of Industrial Injury.
- Answer questions regarding 401K Plan, vacation and benefits (insured and noninsured).
- Maintain complimentary room night log, process employee requests.
- Prepare and place recruitment advertising.
- Process paperwork for terminating employees.
- Schedule Orientation.
- Assist in Orientation - explain benefits, conduct tour of property.
- Write articles and take pictures for property newsletter.
- Assist with special projects; plan employee events (meetings, picnics, parties).
- Maintain First Aid log.
- Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000
- A 4-year college degree
- At least 3 years of progressive Human Resources Management experience in a hotel.
- Recruitment experience in the hospitality field required.
- Experience in union environment required.
- Previous supervisory responsibility required.
- College course work in related field helpful.
- Familiarity with and knowledge of employment laws are helpful.
- Long hours sometimes required.
- Sedentary work
