Client Profiles

No dedicated HR

No HR? No problem. Building HR functions from the ground-up is our specialty.

For new businesses, we will build your entire HR infrastructure in a matter of weeks – providing tailored documents and processes, implementing technology solutions, delivering engaging trainings – even recruiting your opening team.

For existing businesses, we will investigate your current HR resources and practices, identify gaps, and implement a leading HR structure that reflects your unique culture.

Thank goodness for Empowered Hospitality. It's reassuring to know that they’re on top of our HR—from small staff issues to bigger things like labor department procedural changes.

—Jason Hicks

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Working with Empowered has given us the ability to operate with fewer question marks, all while creating additional bandwidth for me as an operator.

—Josh Ku

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How we work together

Structured process

Our partnership will evolve from assessing your current processes, tools and resources, to building your HR foundation, to supporting your new, class-leading HR department. 

Team approach

Each of our projects is led by a seasoned HR director, who is supported by subject matter experts and administrative staff to ensure our work is completed thoroughly and efficiently.

Flexible fees

We'll customize our services to fit within your budget and timeline, and can adjust our fee structure to accommodate what works best for you and your company.

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Recommended services

From day-to-day administration to people strategy, your partnership with E|H is tailored to your specific business needs. Our consultants work with you to create a custom scope of work, incorporating some or all of our services. For companies operating without an HR team, we recommend the following services to get started.

Our experienced leaders can help you develop a smart HR strategy, optimize or help you grow your current HR team, or seamlessly integrate an acquisition. Hospitality business are adaptable. Shouldn't your HR strategy adapt, too?
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HOW WE EMPOWER YOUR TEAM
  • Support for new openings
  • Technology optimization
  • Growth through acquisition
  • Organizational design
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We help optimize your HR tasks so you can dedicate more time and energy to what matters – inspiring your team and leading your business.
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HOW WE EMPOWER YOUR TEAM
  • Payroll processing
  • Benefits administration
  • HR administration
  • Annual reporting
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Our HR experts tackle compliance head-on, from detailed audits and regulatory updates to trainings and on-call guidance. Our experienced team and thorough discovery process will identify weaknesses in your business before they become major problems.
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HOW WE EMPOWER YOUR TEAM
  • Compliance audits
  • Proactive guidance
  • COVID-19 policies
  • Sexual harassment prevention
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When it comes to hospitality recruiting, our talent team delivers. We help our clients find the best talent in the market, and provide candidates access to highly selective opportunities.
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HOW WE EMPOWER YOUR TEAM
  • Executive search
  • Recruiting management
  • Talent acquisition strategy
  • New restaurant openings
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Our experienced leaders can help you develop a smart HR strategy, optimize or help you grow your current HR team, or seamlessly integrate an acquisition. Hospitality business are adaptable. Shouldn't your HR strategy adapt, too?
Learn More
HOW WE EMPOWER YOUR TEAM
  • Support for new openings
  • Technology optimization
  • Growth through acquisition
  • Organizational design
We help optimize your HR tasks so you can dedicate more time and energy to what matters – inspiring your team and leading your business.
Learn More
HOW WE EMPOWER YOUR TEAM
  • Payroll processing
  • Benefits administration
  • HR administration
  • Annual reporting
Our HR experts tackle compliance head-on, from detailed audits and regulatory updates to trainings and on-call guidance. Our experienced team and thorough discovery process will identify weaknesses in your business before they become major problems.
Learn More
HOW WE EMPOWER YOUR TEAM
  • Compliance audits
  • Proactive guidance
  • COVID-19 policies
  • Sexual harassment prevention
When it comes to hospitality recruiting, our talent team delivers. We help our clients find the best talent in the market, and provide candidates access to highly selective opportunities.
Learn More
HOW WE EMPOWER YOUR TEAM
  • Executive search
  • Recruiting management
  • Talent acquisition strategy
  • New restaurant openings

See all of our customizable HR solutions.

Success Stories

A new lease on leadership for a Miami-based restaurant group

Employee Relations

A new lease on leadership for a Miami-based restaurant group

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Supporting the HR function of a NYC boutique hotel

HR, Benefits & Payroll Administration

Supporting the HR function of a NYC boutique hotel

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Boutique interior design business focused on employee retention

Employee Engagement & Development

Boutique interior design business focused on employee retention

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UK steakhouse empowers employees stateside

People Strategy

UK steakhouse empowers employees stateside

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Transforming a chef-driven culture

Compliance

Transforming a chef-driven culture

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An East Village staple under new ownership updates its HR practices

Compliance

An East Village staple under new ownership updates its HR practices

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HR support that adapts to businesses of all sizes

Interested in learning more? Our custom HR services are designed around the unique needs of our clients, regardless of their current HR setup.

From temp HR staffing to recruiting to short-term projects, we are your all-in-one solution for the expected (and unexpected).
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From temp HR staffing to recruiting to short-term projects, we are your all-in-one solution for the expected (and unexpected).
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You need affordability, flexibility, and expertise — and a team as committed to your vision as you are.
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You need affordability, flexibility, and expertise — and a team as committed to your vision as you are.
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How can we help?

Whether you have a specific need in mind or would simply like to discuss your options, we would be happy to have a free consultation. Reach out today and our team will be in touch!