HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR in Santa Monica, California at Elephante

HR Coordinator

Location: Santa Monica, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $25 – $30 per hour + Benefits

About Wish You Were Here Group

Wish You Were Here Group is a multi-concept hospitality company known for creating vibrant, design-forward restaurants with best-in-class service and culture. Our portfolio includes concepts such as Elephante Beach House, Belles Beach House and Kassi Venice Beach with continued growth across California and beyond.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to support our Los Angeles operations across multiple restaurant locations.

The Role

The HR Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting day-to-day Human Resources operations across our LA portfolio. This position will focus on onboarding, compliance, employee records, and HR administration, while serving as a key support partner to both restaurant leadership and the corporate team.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-unit hospitality environment and is looking to grow within a dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilites:

• Coordinate and manage onboarding for new hires.
• Ensure completion of employment documentation (I-9, W-4, direct deposit forms, etc.).
• Maintain organized employee personnel files and digital HR records.
• Track hiring progress and maintain candidate talent pool.
• Facilitate smooth transitions for employees during promotions, role changes, or transfers.
• Maintain and update HR databases, records, and filing systems.
• Ensure employee documentation meets federal, state, and local labor requirements.
• Support HR leadership with audits, training programs, and HR compliance initiatives.
• Respond to HR-related inquiries from employees in a timely and professional manner.
• Support managers with employee relations documentation and HR processes.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Serve as a point of contact for basic HR-related inquiries
• Support restaurant managers and team members across locations
• Assist with employee relations documentation as needed
• Assist in coordinating staff communications and HR updates across locations.
• Provide guidance on basic HR questions regarding benefits, policies, and programs.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in HR, administration, or hospitality
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfortable working across multiple locations and teams
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Hospitality, or related field preferred

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a multi-unit restaurant or hospitality group
• Familiarity with HRIS and/or payroll systems
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus