Job Description

About Strother Enterprises

For over three decades, Strother Enterprises has been a trusted partnered with organizations across industries to deliver exceptional food service solutions. Founded in 1987 as a family-owned catering business, we’ve grown into a leader in food services, with operations and innovative brands across the travel, sports & entertainment and healthcare industries.

At Strother, you’ll be part of a company that values excellence, community relationships, and leadership development. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we provide opportunities to develop your skills, tackle meaningful challenges, and make a real difference. If you're inspired by meaningful workplace experiences, thrive in a dynamic environment and are excited about diverse opportunities for professional growth, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Summary

The Administrative Manager will play a pivotal role in driving operational success by defining and implementing the company’s core administrative functions to ensure a productive and compliant workplace as well as a positive employee experience. As the leader of all administrative and human resources functions, this role balances tactical execution with strategic oversight to ensure seamless day-to-day operations while building systems and processes that enable long-term success. This role is ideal for a proactive, solutions-oriented individual eager to make a meaningful impact at a growing company.

Duties & Responsibilities

Other duties not listed below may be assigned as reasonably needed by the company.

Human Resources Management:

• Strategic Workforce Development: Act as the company’s leader in workforce management by designing and implementing initiatives which improve the company’s talent pool. This broad directive could include projects such as 1) Creating new professional development programs to cultivate strong leaders, 2) Designing and enforcing company-wide policies which enhance employee satisfaction, or 3) Building systems and procedures in administrative functions which drive consistency and efficiency
• Full HR Cycle Management : Oversee the complete HR cycle for Strother’s workforce including the following: Recruiting & Hiring, Onboarding, Retention & Employee Experience, and Onboarding
• Payroll and Benefits Administration: Manage payroll processing including coordination in the payroll software, verifying time off and ensuring accurate employee compensation, deductions and withholding. Also Manage employee benefits programs including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks.
• Compliance : Ensure, document and report compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies. Maintain and update employee files and records in accordance with legal requirements such as managing unemployment, workers compensation and benefit claims.
• Employee Relations : Serve as a resource for employees and managers, addressing HR-related queries and managing employee concerns or complaints.
• Performance Management Support : Assist with tracking and managing employee performance reviews by coaching the company’s leaders on both company-specific processes as well as broader performance management best practices such as goal setting and career development plans.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Ensure the success of all HR functions and endeavors by overseeing junior HR staff including assistants, coordinators and administrators.

Office & Administrative Management:

• Bookkeeping and Financial Management: Manage routine bookkeeping processes such as recurring journal entries, creating and submitting invoices to accounts receivable and uploading bills to accounts payable.
• Record Keeping & File Management : Maintain organized and accurate record-keeping systems for employee files, financial/accounting data, vendor contracts, and other key operational documents.
• Vendor & Service Coordination : Coordinate with external vendors for facility management, office supplies, IT support, and other service needs.
• Communication Management : Handle incoming office communications (mail, email, phone), directing them to the appropriate person or responding on behalf of the company as necessary.
• Office Management : Ensure the office environment is well-equipped, organized, and aligned with operational needs.

Administrative Support for Operational Teams:

• Strategic Projects : Collaborate with leadership on initiatives aimed at driving efficiency and growth.
• Document Preparation : Support the preparation of documents, contracts, reports, and presentations as needed for operational success.
• Data Entry, Analysis & Reporting : Perform data entry such as recording monthly airport traffic data or weekly social media engagement. Analyze data to describe trends and discover actionable insights. Generate reports to communicate these insights. This could include workforce management reports, compliance filings, and sales/finance reports.
• Office Budget Management : Manage the office budget for supplies, equipment, and services, ensuring efficient use of resources.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in administrative operations, project management or human resources. Prior experience managing administrative and HR functions for a company of similar size (20 to 100 employees) preferred.
• Leadership experience in a related role is a plus.
• Professional certifications (e.g. PHR, SHRM, PMP) are a plus.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences, perspectives, and a willingness to learn just as much as formal qualifications.

Skills

• HR & Compliance: Payroll processing, benefits administration, and employment law compliance (FMLA, FLSA, etc.).
• Bookkeeping & Finance: Basic bookkeeping including journal entries, invoicing, and AP/AR management (QuickBooks or similar).
• Data Analysis: Excel (pivot tables, graphing), financial / workforce analysis
• Software Proficiency: HRIS/payroll systems (Paychex, Rippling), Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), and project management tools (Asana, Monday.com).
• Multi-language proficiency: Fluency in multiple languages is a plus

Compensation

Salary: $60,000 to $80,000 based on experience and qualifications.

The position will also be eligible to earn an annual bonus based on a combination of individual and company-wide performance.

Other Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

For more than 30 years, Strother Enterprises has been dedicated to nurturing the next generation of leaders in the hospitality industry by providing support, training, and meaningful growth opportunities. We are proud to offer this position an annual professional development stipend which can be used toward continuing education.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Strother Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from historically underrepresented groups, and are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

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