HR Policy and Compliance Manager - JOEY Restaurant Group

This is about you. Your attitude, passion, and potential. When you join our Corporate Office team, you can expect to be a part of something big. Whether in Finance, Marketing, People & Culture, Payroll, IT or Design, you will find yourself working alongside the industry’s best talent. As individuals, we are ambitious and driven, curious and engaged. Together, we are a high-performing team committed to each other’s development and growth, and the success of over 45 multi-concept Restaurant locations throughout North America. What does this mean for you? It means if you're looking for a place to meet your potential, we'd like to meet you. Your journey starts here.

The HR Policy and Compliance Manager is responsible for creating and fostering a positive relationship with our employees. By working collaboratively with the People and Culture team, the HR Policy and Compliance Manager will develop and implement HR policy, governance, workplace safety training programs, and managing employee relations cases.

Outcomes of this role:

• The business is protected and operating in a legally compliant manner
• Risks are mitigated and Employees feel safe
• Managers are supported
• We take a proactive approach vs reactive (Being in front of changes that will impact our business i.e. changes in legislation, environment, educating managers, etc.)
• A systematized approach to documentation
  
  

Overview Of Responsibilities

HR Governance:

• Conducts a continuing study of all Human Resources policies, programs, and practices to keep management informed of new developments.
• Selects and supervises Human Resources consultants, and attorneys, and coordinates company use of outside sources.
• Directs the preparation and maintenance of reports as are necessary to carry out the functions of the department. Prepares periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested, to track strategic goal accomplishment.
• Oversees the research, development, implementation, management, and enforcement of employment-related company policies and practices.
  
  

Employee Relations, Legal:

• Protects the interests of employees and the company by following company Human Resources policies and governmental laws and regulations. Maintains minimal company exposure to lawsuits.
• Provide current and effective organizational employment relations advice/ subject matter expertise in alignment with our policies and values.
• Design processes for a variety of employee issues (disciplinary, terminations, etc.).
• Direct the preparation of information requested or required for compliance with laws. Approves all information submitted.
• Monitors and advises managers and supervisors in the progressive discipline system of the company. Monitors the implementation of a performance improvement process with non-performing employees.
  
  

Health and Safety

• Lead the implementation of company health and safety programs
• Support employees and managers through the injury management process and
• Coordinate and maintain reporting metrics and requirements for the OH&S program
• Review incident reports, monthly statistics, and inspection reports and can identify undesirable trends and provide appropriate recommendations
• Own relationship with all appropriate governing bodies on health and safety matters (i.e. WCB, Occupational Health and Safety)
• Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines
• Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety
• Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law
• Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention
• Monitor compliance with policies and laws
• Investigate where appropriate, accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle worker’s compensation claims
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures
  
  

Requirements (Skills And Abilities)

• Highly motivated, energetic, and a natural leader and influencer
• Extensive hands-on experience managing employee relations, legal compliance issues, and health in safety in multiple provinces
• Experience in retail or hospitality, specifically in multi-unit organizations with more than 1,000 employees
• Brings a common-sense approach to their work 
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Is creative and innovative in their approach. Looks for opportunities to minimize process and needless red tape
• Highly effective communication and negotiation skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to deliver results to demanding deadlines
  
  

Benefits

• A comprehensive extended health plan 
• A team-driven, fun, energetic culture with a strong focus on learning and development
• Enjoy 50% off food and beverages at any JOEY Restaurant, LOCAL Public Eatery, SALTLIK or Earls Restaurant location
• Pursue personal and professional development by participating in ongoing Leadership Development Courses
• Industry partner incentives and discounts
• Tuition, education and professional accreditation subsidies
• Recruiting and referral bonus programs
  
  

About The JOEY Restaurant Group

JOEY exists to deliver the ultimate dining experience. Our handcrafted, locally, and globally inspired menu offerings are created by award-winning and inventive culinary chefs and presented by world-class hospitality leaders who are ready to serve their patrons in modern, warm, and lively environments. The JOEY Restaurant Group has been family-owned and operated since 1992 and has grown into an iconic multi-concept brand throughout North America with continued growth and expansion into 2030.

Our values shape every action we take and the decisions we make. JOEY is all about opportunity and our ongoing success is attributable to our exceptional, team-oriented, performance-driven partners who are constantly mastering their skill set. Our work environment is welcoming and inclusive, and our teams are passionate and creative. We embrace honesty and humility and are encouraged to fail forward and learn from our mistakes. Our industry-recognized performance-driven coaching culture paves the way for future leaders. Through ongoing coaching and mentorship, we directly impact the continuous learning, growth, and development of our partners.

• JOEY Restaurants is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*