Scheduling and Payroll Generalist

Compass Group•New York, NY

10d•$73,000 - $83,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Scheduling and Payroll Generalist is responsible for the administration of banquet scheduling and payroll for the Banquet Department at the New York Marriott Marquis. This position ensures accurate staffing, payroll processing, labor compliance, and schedule optimization for banquet servers while supporting the Senior Beverage Manager with bartender scheduling. The role is critical to maintaining appropriate staffing levels, controlling labor costs, and ensuring payroll accuracy in a high-volume convention hotel. Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond. Union Square Events is a member of Compass Group USA.

Requirements

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain weekly banquet server schedules for both full-time and on-call associates based on forecasted business levels.
Support the Senior Beverage Manager by assisting with creating and maintaining bartender schedules.
Review event forecasts, BEOs, staffing guidelines, and labor standards to ensure appropriate coverage.
Maintain payroll records and ensure accurate processing of hours worked, meal breaks, premiums, overtime, holiday pay, and paid time off.
Audit time punches and investigate discrepancies before payroll submission.
Partner with department managers to resolve missed punches, scheduling conflicts, and payroll exceptions.
Monitor labor productivity and provide reports identifying trends and opportunities.
Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information.
Review staffing needs against current business demand.
Process schedule changes and call-out replacements.
Respond to manager and employee scheduling inquiries.
Audit timecards and resolve payroll exceptions.
Communicate schedule updates promptly.
Publish banquet server schedules on 3 scheduling days.
Coordinate bartender schedules with Beverage leadership.
Complete payroll review and submission.
Review labor reports and overtime trends.
Update employee availability and roster information.
Review labor performance against budget.
Identify scheduling efficiencies.
Audit employee records for accuracy.
Recommend process improvements.