Zankou Chicken is looking for a highly talented, creative, and results-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join our HR team! You will thrive as you make lasting changes and a positive impact and help us bring the “WOW” experience to our team! We’re not only here to serve food, we’re here to bring people together.
Benefits:
Discounted meals daily
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation
Opportunities for growth
Summary: The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting day-to-day HR duties that includes, but is not limited to, handling employee relations, leaves, ADA/FEHA, payroll, timekeeping, benefit administration, compensation, performance evaluation programs, succession planning, HR trainings, onboarding, compliance, HR audits and surveys.
Essential Job Functions
Infuses cultural values throughout the organization and positive workforce practices in collaboration with operation leaders
Administration of Company benefits includes tracking for ACA compliance, sending COBRA packages and providing general support to any benefit inquiries that arise
Payroll processing, conducting wage and hour audits, and assisting with compensation and benefit programs
Supports with all matters pertaining to employee relations to foster positive relationships and effective communications
Investigates and follows through with Team Member (TM) complaints
Assists in the development and enforcement of all Company policies, procedures and best practices
Responds to EDD related matters
Conducts exit surveys
Assists with strategies for recruiting, orientation, talent retention and trainings
Ensures planning, monitoring, and appraisal of TM work results by training managers to coach and correct TMs
Assists in designation and administration of leaves and ADA/FEHA cases
Collaborates with other HR and organizational leaders in the ongoing development and implementation of people and talent initiatives that are aligned with the overall mission and vision of the organization
Aids to conduct field visits, audits, trainings and compliance
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement
Other duties as assigned
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Competencies
Communication
Consultation
Ethical Practice
Cultural Awareness
General HR Expertise
Skills & Abilities
Believes in and is able to demonstrate and teach Zankou’s Mission, Core Values, and Culture
Comprehensive knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to employment (i.e., discrimination and harassment, wage and hour, etc.)
Strong analytical and research skills
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office 365 and experience in converting hard copy files into more efficient systems, including HRIS system and other computer software
Ability to prepare investigation reports and related written documentation
Strong communication, listening, presentation, writing, and assessment skills
Ability to work effectively with Operations leadership, providing guidance on company policies and practices related to associate relations
Self-motivated and self-disciplined. Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
The ability to go the extra mile when needed; an ambitious drive and understanding that great things take time, energy, and persistent hard and smart work.
Confidence and ability to influence others, facilitate processes, and coach/advise managers
Bilingual in Spanish required
Qualifications
1-3 years of experience in similar role within a restaurant environment preferred
Associate Degree in HR, Business, Communications, or another related field preferred
PHR preferred but not required
Physical Requirements
Ability to work extensively in an office environment, however, may be required to occasionally travel. Must possess a valid driver’s license
Physical requirements include moving, ascending and descending stairs
May be in a stationary position for long periods of time up to 8 hours a day
Use Computer and keyboard up to 8 hours a day
Occasional lifting, bending, stooping up to 35 lbs.
Ability to communicate in the English language
PRIMARY LOCATION – Vernon, CA
Zankou Enterprises, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.