Unions

We’re familiar with HR’s role in sourcing, hiring and retaining talent, but it’s also pivotal in ensuring that your business abides by laws that govern how you manage your staff, their wages and benefits. Recently the Department of Labor has increased pressure on the hospitality industry with new mandates, from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to laws relating to seasonal employees. Fail to comply and you face costly fines and penalties (and damage to your reputation). So what role does HR play in ensuring compliance and minimizing risk?