Human Resources - HR/Payroll Coordinator
The HR/Payroll Coordinator at Confidential Client supports daily HR operations including payroll, benefits, compliance, onboarding, and employee relations within a growing restaurant organization. This role partners with HR and Operations teams to ensure smooth HR processes, provide team member support, and contribute to a positive employee experience in a hybrid work environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, HR & Recruitment.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an experienced HR/Payroll Coordinator in Carlsbad, CA. As the HR/Payroll Coordinator, you will support payroll operations, HRIS administration, benefits, compliance, onboarding, recruiting support, and employee experience across a growing restaurant support organization.
- Support daily HR operations, including HRIS maintenance, worker's compensation coordination, and general HR support for restaurant teams.
- Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing and act as payroll backup to ensure timely, accurate pay runs.
- Respond to team member payroll and benefits inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
- Maintain accurate personnel files and HR records in the HRIS; validate changes reflected in payroll.
- Administer benefits tasks: enrollments, coverage changes and terminations; assist with FMLA administration and required notices.
- Coordinate onboarding and orientation activities; facilitate I-9, employment verifications, and other documentation processes.
- Perform periodic audits to ensure onboarding paperwork, training acknowledgements, and performance documentation are complete and compliant.
- Support entry-level recruiting tasks and interview scheduling for the Restaurant Support Center.
- Assist with employee separations and ensure required exit steps and documentation are completed.
- Partner with HR and Operations on projects, process improvements, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Support creation of HR binders for new restaurant openings and coordinate related logistics (e.g., safety posters, orientation materials).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $45,000 - $65,000 DOE.
- Broad exposure to HR functions across payroll, HRIS, benefits, compliance, recruiting, and employee experience.
- Opportunity to work with experienced HR leaders and grow your HR career in a fast-growing restaurant brand.
- Collaborative, team-focused environment centered on hospitality and people.
- Hybrid work arrangement (Carlsbad-based with some on-site/office responsibilities).
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Human Resources, HR operations, payroll support, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with HRIS systems and familiarity with payroll processing.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent follow-through.
- Clear interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience with Dayforce HRIS is a plus.
- Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
- Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to take on new challenges.
Location & Employment Type
- Location: Carlsbad, CA (Hybrid opportunity).
- Employment type: Hourly / Non-exempt — Full-time responsibilities and schedule per role requirements.
Compliance & Background
Confidential Client participates in E-Verify for all positions and follows applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. This posting uses inclusive, non-discriminatory language and the hiring process complies with U.S. hiring regulations.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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