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Human Resources Business Partner

Cakebread Cellars, Rutherford, NJ, United States


Overview Are you looking for a company that values its people, creates a high-quality product, and truly supports work-life balance? Cakebread Cellars may be the place for you.

Founded in 1973 by a family passionate about wine, Cakebread Cellars is built on community, craftsmanship, and the spirit of the people who bring our winery to life. Our wines reflect not only our vineyards, but the dedication and creativity of our employees.

We’re seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our HR team. Reporting to the Vice President of Culture and Talent Development, this role is responsible for the implementation and administration of all HR programs. You will serve as a strategic partner to management and employees, overseeing all core human resources functions. The HR Business Partner will provide leadership and guidance to their team, specifically supervising the HR Coordinator, and will be instrumental in fostering a positive, productive, and compliant work environment in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and best practices for California.

About us

We are a family owned winery with an established reputation for producing world-class wines

Our success is built on quality, consistency, and continuity - characteristics we apply equally to the people, grapes, and operations of the winery

We deeply care about our company culture so much so, that it’s our #1 priority

We believe in the good life. With 90 employees, there are enough resources to go around so you can enjoy life and all the benefits we have to offer

We love giving back to the community and believe our impact can go much further than the four walls of our business

We value sustainability in all aspects. We respect the land and our management of it – treating the soil, water and climate with care and respect with regard to the next generation

With us you will be able to

Work with extraordinarily passionate people. Top talent wants to work with top talent. Here you will have the chance.

Be an integral part of a family owned company where everyone knows your name.

Stay sharp and broaden your knowledge base, achieve new heights with a team dedicated to your professional growth.

Enjoy the fruits of your labor!

What we will ask you to do

Attract and recruit top talent

Conduct new hire onboarding and orientations

Facilitate the performance management process

Manage employee lifecycle transactions within the HRIS, including onboarding, job changes, compensation updates, and offboarding

Ensure data integrity, audit readiness, and compliance through regular HRIS reviews and reconciliations

Manage compensation and benefit programs

Act as an advisor on human resources issues to managers and all levels of employees throughout the company, ensuring positive communication and education

Plan events and programs to maintain employee morale including but not limited to: employee appreciation month, employee wine giveaways, all department employee events, employee recognition and anniversaries

Develop and facilitate employee trainings

Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws such as ADA, FMLA, and ADEA

Be a dependable extended family member

What you should bring to the table

At least five years of HR experience with progressive people leadership strategies.

Two years of supervisory experience preferred

PHR/SPHR certification preferred

Experience with the HRIS UKGReady preferred

Proven ability to influence others to drive organizational change

Advanced experience in recruiting and retention practices

Knowledge of employee benefit programs and offerings

Thorough knowledge of California state and federal laws pertaining to HR

Ability to work independently and execute job responsibilities with limited guidance and supervision

Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Passion, enthusiasm, focus, creativity, and a positive outlook

What we will bring to the table

Competitive salary including profit sharing

People first, employee focused culture

Full health care benefits options including medical, dental, and vision with a wellness and safety focus

401K plan with company match

Vacation, sick, and volunteer and holiday pay

Employee discounts

Leadership development opportunities

Cakebread Cellars is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We will respect your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

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