Arlene Antoine
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Well-qualified with old fashion work ethics, with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Thursday’s Restaurant And Bar
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04.2014 - 10.2019
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Managed complex benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
- Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
Human Resources Assistant
Thursday’s Restaurant And Bar
Montreal, Quebec
06.2008 - 03.2014
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
- Assisted in payroll processing to ensure timely delivery of paychecks to all employees.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Supported talent acquisition efforts by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and performing reference checks for prospective candidates.
- Developed strong relationships with employees through consistent communication and support, leading to increased retention rates.
Data Controller
Air Canada, Lester B. Pearson International Airport
Montreal, Canada
09.2005 - 06.2008
- Managed timely delivery of accurate reports through effective scheduling and prioritization of workload among team members.
- Trained fellow employees on best practices for data input, management, and retrieval, leading to improved overall productivity levels within the department.
- Maintained adequate and accurate aircraft maimaintenance records.
- Established clear guidelines for data retention policies, resulting in more efficient use of storage resources.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
McGill University
Montreal, Canada 12.1994
Police Technology - Criminal Justice
Institute De Police Du Quebec
Nicolet, Quebec 05.1987
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee Relations
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Records Management
- Benefits and compensation management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Human Resources Operations
- Compliance
- Payroll Administration
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Legal Compliance
- Staff Management
- Performance Appraisal
- Background Checks
- Employee Handbook Development
- New Employee Orientation
- Diversity and Inclusion
Certification
Real EstateLicense - current
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Thursday’s Restaurant And Bar
04.2014 - 10.2019
Human Resources Assistant
Thursday’s Restaurant And Bar
06.2008 - 03.2014
Data Controller
Air Canada, Lester B. Pearson International Airport
09.2005 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
McGill University
Police Technology - Criminal Justice
Institute De Police Du Quebec