People Partner

Blue Bottle Coffee

. Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to cafe leadership on day-to-day people matters, reviews, performance management, and related issues .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR best practices, regulatory compliance, and talent management strategies, with a strong focus on building high-performing teams and enhancing organizational health. Proven ability to influence leadership decisions and translate complex people strategies into actionable plans.

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6+ Years HR ExperiencePeople Partner (HRBP) ExpertiseFederal, State, and Local Employment LawWorkforce Planning and Talent StrategyNYC Fair Work Week Compliance

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Hard Skills

Performance ManagementTalent ManagementCompensation and Benefits StrategyRegulatory ComplianceWorkforce AnalyticsSuccession PlanningEmployee RelationsOrganizational Health AssessmentStrategic JudgmentProject Management

Soft Skills

Superb JudgementIntegrityTrust BuildingInfluencing SkillsHighly Organized

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Food & BeverageRetail HospitalityOperational ComplexityTeam Member ExperienceCross-Functional Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to cafe leadership on day-to-day people matters, reviews, performance management, and related issues
Partner with business leaders on workforce planning and talent strategy
Identify and mitigate retention risks, strengthen leadership capability and high-performing teams, and support succession planning
Conduct regular cafe visits to assess team dynamics, leadership effectiveness, and organizational health
Use observations and data to identify trends and recommend proactive people strategies
Synthesize field insights, workforce analytics, and stakeholder feedback to influence People initiatives, operational priorities, and team member development investments
Maintain cross-functional partnerships across the People function
Lead cross-functional project teams delivering strategic People initiatives on time and to specification
Maintain expertise in regulatory requirements and HR best practices across assigned geographies
Advise leadership on compliance risks and emerging trends
Partner with People Relations to ensure a consistent, positive team member experience while honoring regulatory obligations

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 4 years as a People Partner (HRBP) supporting multi-unit food & beverage, retail hospitality, or similar operationally complex environments
Bachelor’s degree required
Expertise in federal, state, and local employment law, labor & employee relations, and regulatory compliance
Specific experience with NYC Fair Work Week and Earned Safe and Sick Time regulations
Demonstrated expertise across new location openings, talent management, compensation and benefits strategy, and workforce planning
Ability to apply strategic judgment to complex, market-specific situations
Superb judgement and integrity with the ability to make sound, timely decisions balancing risk, business impact, and employee experience
Ability to build trust and influence at all levels
Ability to translate complex people strategies into actionable plans and present confidently to all levels of leadership
Highly organized and results-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities in an evolving environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees starting on your first day
Best-in-class coffee training and continuing education
Free membership into the Specialty Coffee Association of America and discounts on events (including Expos and Championships)
401(k) plan
Paid time off & paid volunteer hours
50% discount on all products, both online and in-cafe; this includes food, beverages, whole-bean coffee, and merchandise
Flexible spending account & commuter benefits
Employee Assistance Program