Human Resource Generalist - Bilingual

HR Generalist - Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Performs professional level human resources duties in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment/employment, diversity and inclusion, affirmative action and employment compliance. Works closely with senior HR management to provide services for a designated division.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as the HR business partner between various HR Shared Services and the division, maintaining a strong understanding of business needs.
• Support sourcing and retention efforts by attending local job fairs, partnering with community organizations to increase recruiting, and working with Talent Management Sourcing to assist with hard-to-fill positions.
• Facilitate workforce planning with local management, ensure hiring managers complete Interview Skills Training, and administer internal job postings and offers to streamline the hiring process.
• Develop and manage employee recognition programs to celebrate key accomplishments, work anniversaries, or milestones, including "Employee of the Month" or peer-nominated awards.
• Understands, promotes and supports the Gordon Food Service Diversity and Inclusion vision, guiding principles, and initiatives.
• Implement employee engagement initiatives such as 45-Day HR Feedback Sessions, and regular employee check-ins to enhance retention.
• Coach leaders on the Performance Management process, assist with employee relations and policy issues, and promote an open-door policy to encourage feedback and resolution.
• Facilitate Leadership Development programs, track required training completion, and coordinate learning activities to support employee growth and development.
• Oversee the full onboarding process from offer through the first 90 days, ensuring completion of paperwork, screenings, benefits reviews, orientation, and understanding of company policies, procedures, and culture.
• Administer the offboarding process, including paperwork processing, retirement information, employee relations, and departure surveys to gather insights for continuous improvement.
• Lead annual benefits enrollment processes and provide support on wellness initiatives, retirement plans, and health benefits to employees and managers.
• Track and report Workers' Compensation, short and long-term disability, and FMLA cases, oversee the return-to-work process, and act as a liaison among employees, managers, and Shared Services.
• Provide insights on HR metrics like turnover, new hires, diversity, Departure View data, and AAP to inform strategic decisions.
• Handle administrative tasks such as processing unemployment claims, managing training records, entering new hires into the HR system, and reviewing vendor bills for accuracy.
• Plan and support HR events, including training, wellness programs, orientation, open enrollment, and other division HR initiatives to foster a positive work environment.
• Perform additional HR functions as required to support the division's success.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Excellent communication, presentation skills and problem solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of GFS culture, policies and employment-related laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field
• Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance.

Equipment / Tools / Technology:

• Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, email, internet and HRIS software applications
• Knowledge of general office equipment.

Minimum Experience:

• Require 1-5 years of HR Generalist experience
• Preferred 1-3 years of experience as an HR lead
• Preferred knowledge of or experience with UKG and Workday
• Very good command of Spanish and English, both spoken and written

You are required to provide your most recent employment experience for your application to be considered complete.

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Halperns' Steak & Seafood values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Halperns' Steak & Seafood customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Halperns' Steak & Seafood. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to halpernshr@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.