Employee Relations Specialist

About the role

We are a beloved fast-casual restaurant brand known for turning creative sandwiches, salads, and more into an unexpected culinary adventure made with fresh ingredients and fearless flavor combinations. We are a people-first company committed to building a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. We are seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join our HR team on a temporary contract basis at our El Segundo office. In this role, you will serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, helping to foster a positive work environment, resolve workplace concerns, and ensure consistent application of company policies and employment law compliance. This is a hands-on, people-facing role that requires both strong communication skills and sound judgment in navigating complex employee situations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters including conflict resolution, performance concerns, policy interpretation, and workplace investigations
• Conduct thorough, objective, and timely investigations into employee complaints, harassment, discrimination, and misconduct allegations