HR Manager - Payroll & Labor Compliance - Prudential Center

HR Manager - Payroll & Labor Compliance - Prudential Center

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000

Pay Grade: 11 

 

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The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. 

Job Summary

HR Manager – Payroll & Labor Compliance
Location: Newark, NJ
Company: Levy Restaurants
Venue: New Jersey Devils (Prudential Center)

Position Summary

The HR Manager – Payroll & Labor Compliance is responsible for overseeing all human resources and payroll-related functions for a high-volume, unionized Levy Restaurants operation. This role ensures accurate payroll processing, union compliance, and timely resolution of timekeeping issues while supporting managers and employees with day-to-day HR needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. This position serves as a key liaison between operations, payroll, union representatives, and corporate HR.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Timekeeping
•    Process and review weekly payroll with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance
•    Pull and submit union dues and fees in accordance with collective bargaining agreements
•    Enter and validate tip payouts, service charges, and gratuity distributions
•    Review and correct timesheets, including missed punches, edits, and manager approvals
•    Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee pay inquiries
•    Prepare payroll reports for management, finance, and corporate HR
Union & Labor Compliance
•    Ensure compliance with union contracts, wage rules, overtime, and scheduling provisions
•    Track union classifications, rates, and eligibility
•    Partner with management and union representatives to resolve payroll and labor issues
•    Maintain accurate records related to union reporting and audits
HR Operations
•    Support onboarding, new hire paperwork, and employee data entry
•    Maintain employee files and HRIS records in compliance with company and legal standards
•    Assist with employee relations matters, including attendance, corrective action, and policy questions
•    Support managers with basic HR guidance related to timekeeping, payroll, and labor practices
Reporting & Administration
•    Generate regular payroll, labor cost, and compliance reports
•    Monitor trends related to missed punches, overtime, and payroll adjustments
•    Ensure all payroll and HR deadlines are met, especially during event-heavy weeks
•    Act as a point of contact for payroll-related audits and internal reviews
Qualifications
•    3–5 years of HR and payroll experience, preferably in hospitality, food & beverage, or venues
•    Experience working in a unionized environment strongly preferred
•    Hands-on experience with timekeeping systems and payroll processing
•    Strong knowledge of wage and hour laws, preferably New Jersey labor regulations
•    High attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information
•    Comfortable working non-traditional schedules based on event needs
Preferred Experience
•    Hospitality, stadium, arena, or large-scale event operations
•    Experience with tip pools, service charges, and variable payroll environments
•    Familiarity with Levy Restaurants systems a plus
What Success Looks Like
•    Payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant every pay period
•    Missed punches and corrections are resolved quickly and consistently
•    Union dues and tip payouts are processed correctly with minimal escalation
•    Managers trust HR as a reliable partner for payroll and labor questions

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