Benefits Specialist - Enrollment, Compliance & HRIS

Parker's Kitchen; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker’s Kitchen is seeking a Benefits Coordinator to manage day-to-day benefits administration for our team across corporate and field roles. You will handle enrollment, inquiries, vendor relations, and compliance while supporting leaves and communications.

You will collaborate with payroll/HRIS to ensure accurate deductions and data integrity, maintain records, and assist with onboarding and training support. On-site at our Savannah, GA headquarters.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in benefit administration.
• Working knowledge of employee benefit plans and relevant regulations (ACA, COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to explain benefits across all levels clearly.
• High attention to detail and organization with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Occasional travel to store locations throughout Georgia and South Carolina.
• Must be able to work on-site at our headquarters located in Savannah, GA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee benefit inquiries (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)).
• Manage new hire enrollment, life events, and annual open enrollment processes.
• Partner with providers and admins to resolve issues and ensure service quality.
• Maintain knowledge of plans and compliance; support audits and reporting.
• Support leave of absence programs (FMLA, STD, LTD) and communicate with vendors and managers.
• Develop and roll out communications related to benefits, wellness, and updates.
• Coordinate with payroll and HRIS to ensure accurate deductions and data integrity.
• Participate in benefits-related projects and implement new programs or vendors.
• Maintain employee records in compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
• Assist recruiting/training teams with onboarding and orientation.
• Provide general HR inquiries support to HR Admin team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Time management

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

UKG Pro HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Parker’s Kitchen is seeking a Benefits Coordinator to manage day-to-day benefits administration for our team across corporate and field roles. You will handle enrollment, inquiries, vendor relations, and compliance while supporting leaves and communications.

You will collaborate with payroll/HRIS to ensure accurate deductions and data integrity, maintain records, and assist with onboarding and training support. On-site at our Savannah, GA headquarters.