Position Summary

The Tryst Trading Company Food Group is seeking a proactive, self-driven, and detail-oriented Bilingual Human Resources Manager (HRM) to join our team. The HRM plays a critical role in supporting our restaurant management teams and employees by providing guidance on HR policies, compliance, and best practices while fostering a professional, safe, and enjoyable workplace culture.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, an effective communicator in both English and Spanish, and aligned with the company’s Core Values: unpretentious, fun at heart, passionate, mindful in the moment, and demonstrating an all-for-one-and-one-for-all attitude.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Partner with store management to recruit, interview, and hire top talent.
  
   
• Conduct employee onboarding, orientations, and training programs.
  
   
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation in the HRIS (currently Paycom).
  
   

2. Employee Relations & Compliance

• Advise and guide managers and employees on HR policies, regulatory compliance, and best practices.
  
   
• Address employee concerns, issues, or conflicts and ensure proper resolution.
  
   
• Conduct periodic reviews of policies to ensure alignment with local, state, and federal regulations.
  
   
• Administer employee benefits programs and assist with payroll processing.
  
   
• Manage offboarding and exit interviews.
  
   

3. Policy & Culture Development

• Update and maintain the Employee Handbook and HR policies.
  
   
• Implement new HR policies, procedures, and cultural initiatives.
  
   
• Interact with agencies for employment verification, background checks, unemployment processing, and other HR-related matters.
  
   
• Train managers on proper HR processes and HRIS usage.
  
   

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field is a plus.
  
   
• 1–3 years of experience in Human Resources; hospitality/restaurant experience is highly desirable.
  
   
• Experience with HRIS systems (Paycom preferred) and payroll processing.
  
   
• Knowledge of multi-unit operations is a plus.
  
   
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English required.
  
   
• Strong oral Spanish skills required; written Spanish proficiency is a plus.
  
   
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
  
   
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
  
   
• Alignment with Core Values: unpretentious, fun at heart, passionate, mindful in the moment, and demonstrating an all-for-one-and-one-for-all attitude.
  
   

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
   
• Paid Vacation
  
   
• 401(k) plan
  
   
• Transportation Allowances
  
   
• Tuition Allowances
  
   
• Dining Perks
  
   
• Growth and advancement opportunities within the organization
  
   

About Us

The Tryst Trading Company family of restaurants includes Tryst, The Diner, Open City, Tryst at the Phillips, The Coupe, and Open City at the National Cathedral.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Tryst Trading Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our policies reflect a commitment to fair employment practices and the elimination of discriminatory practices.