People Coordinator (HR)

Areas USA, Inc • Boston, MA

10h • $68,640 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Coordinator to support our dynamic restaurant concession operations across multiple airport locations. This role is essential in managing the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through separation while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong organizational skills, and demonstrate a passion for supporting our diverse workforce in the unique airport hospitality environment.

Requirements

• 2+ years HR experience, preferably in hospitality or multi-location operations
• Restaurant/food service experience strongly preferred
• HRIS systems experience (ADP preferred)
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Knowledge of employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Flexibility in fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with the TA team and managers to recruit and hire restaurant staff
• Manage airport security clearance processes and background checks
• Assist with new hire orientations and complete onboarding documentation
• Serve as first contact for employee questions about policies and benefits
• Support conflict resolution and disciplinary processes
• Assist with workplace investigations and maintain confidential files
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and airport regulations
• Process employment verifications and unemployment claims
• Help employees with benefits enrollment and changes
• Support payroll processing
• Coordinate workers' compensation and FMLA cases
• Support open enrollment
• Track training completion and maintain certification records
• Coordinate airport-required security and emergency training
• Support performance reviews and development programs
• Support HR projects and policy updates
• Assist with employee events and recognition programs
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Affordable medical insurance
• Dental and vision benefits
• Variety of voluntary insurance options
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Free employee assistance program
• Competitive paid time off
• Company holidays
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Discount programs for travel and entertainment
• Location meal program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees