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People & Culture Manager

Grand Reserve at The Meritage, California, MO, United States


Company Description
Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to long term holds that enable us to grow our business and our team members. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by offering memorable experiences, giving back to our communities and honoring God in all that we do. We are focused on long-term value creation and sustainable growth.

Guiding Principles
Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, & Fulfillment

Position Summary
The People & Culture Manager plays a critical leadership role in fostering a high-performance, engaged, and inclusive workplace for a large-scale resort operation of approximately 550 team members. This position partners with operational leaders to drive culture, ensure compliance, develop talent, and deliver exceptional team member experiences aligned with the resort’s values and service standards.

Location and Compensation
The Meritage Resort & Spa - Napa CA

Salary Range: $75-85k

Key Responsibilities
Culture & Engagement

Champion a positive, inclusive, and service-driven culture reflective of the resort’s values

Lead team member engagement initiatives, surveys, and action planning

Oversee recognition programs, events, and communication strategies

Serve as a visible and approachable resource for all team members

Employee Relations

Provide guidance and resolution on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, investigations, and corrective action

Ensure fair and consistent application of policies and procedures

Coach managers on leadership effectiveness and team dynamics

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Partner with department leaders to recruit, hire, and retain top talent

Oversee onboarding programs to ensure a seamless and engaging new hire experience

Support workforce planning for seasonal and high-volume staffing needs

Training & Development

Drive leadership development and training programs

Identify skill gaps and create learning opportunities for team members

Support succession planning and internal career growth initiatives

Compliance & HR Operations

Ensure compliance with all federal, state (California), and local labor laws

Maintain HR policies, procedures, and team member handbook

Oversee payroll support, benefits administration, and HRIS systems

Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping practices

Safety & Wellbeing

Promote a strong safety culture and partner with leadership on risk management initiatives

Support workers’ compensation processes and return-to-work programs

Champion wellness initiatives for team members

Strategic Partnership

Act as a trusted advisor to department leaders on all people-related matters

Analyze HR metrics (turnover, engagement, labor trends) to inform decisionsSupport organizational changes and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications
What You Will Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Spanish language proficiency is strongly preferred.

5–8+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in hospitality or resort environments

Experience supporting large, diverse workforces (300+ team members preferred)

Strong knowledge of California labor laws and HR best practices

Workday Experience a plus

Demonstrated success in employee relations and conflict resolution

Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills

Key Competencies

Relationship building and influence

Problem-solving and sound judgment

Confidentiality and integrity

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational and time management skills

Work Environment & Expectations

On-site role in a dynamic, guest-focused resort environment

Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays as needed

Regular interaction with all levels of team members and leadership

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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