Human Resources Assistant

Skychefs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyChefs in San Diego is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, and HR compliance. The role emphasizes maintaining accurate HR records, handling confidential information, and assisting with payroll and leave management in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. A 2-4 year HR clerk background is preferred, with a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as HR clerk
• General Knowledge with Federal, State and County Labor Laws
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Review applications, phone screen qualified applicants and set up interviews with managers
• Initiate background checks and drug screens
• Assist with new hire onboarding processes
• Prepare weekly open positions report
• Assist with payroll support, timekeeping
• Track and administer leave of absences
• Maintain accurate HR records and confidential personnel records
• Respond to employee inquiries
• Assist with handling employees Workers Compensation and Liability Reports
• Administrative duties and recordkeeping
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Skills

Confidentiality

MS Office Proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Career Opportunities: Human Resources Assistant (8287)

Job Title:Human Resources Assistant
Job Location:San Diego-USA-92102
Work Location Type:On-Site
Salary Range:$18.32 - 27.83per hour

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation’s leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America’s first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

Role Purpose Statement

We're looking for a bilingual HR professional who is passionate about people, organization, and creating a positive employee experience. In this role, you'll be a key partner in supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll administration, and HR compliance. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships, and take pride in helping employees and managers succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the employee lifecycle, maintaining HR processes, and helping foster a positive, productive workplace culture. The ideal candidate is highly organized, service-oriented, and able to balance multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Main Accountabilities

• Review applications, phone screen qualified applicants and set up interviews with managers of the departments
• Initiate background checks and drug screens
• Assist with new hire onboarding processes
• Prepare weekly open positions report
• Assist with payroll support, timekeeping
• Track and administer leave of absences
• Maintain accurate HR records and confidential personnel records
• Respond to employee inquiries
• Assist with handling employees Workers Compensation and Liability Reports
• Administrative duties and recordkeeping.
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years of experience as HR clerk required
• General Knowledge with Federal, State and County Labor Laws
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, interact with all levels of management and maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong analytical, verbal, written, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with large groups – must be flexible

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affimative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.