Human Resources Generalist

Gordon Food Service; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

Halperns' Steak & Seafood is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for the Fort Lauderdale, FL area. You will serve as the HR business partner between Shared Services and the division, supporting sourcing, recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning while promoting diversity and inclusive practices.

The role requires strong communication, knowledge of HR policies, and experience driving employee engagement and performance management within a large hospitality or retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s preferred with emphasis in Human Resources and/or five or more years of experience with broad knowledge of HR functions.
• Thorough understanding of company culture, policies and employment-related laws.
• Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the HR business partner between HR Shared Services and the division.
• Assist with sourcing, recruitment, and onboarding activities.
• Oversee performance management, employee relations and policy guidance.
• Lead onboarding and benefits enrollment processes.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Employment laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR

5+ years HR experience

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

Welcome to Halperns Steak & Seafood! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

Human Resources Generalist Fort Lauderdale , FL

Welcome to Halperns’! The dedicated employees who work at Halperns' are passionately committed to this business and the customers they serve. Being part of Halperns' means being part of something important, something unique, and something special. This commitment is made clear by the superior meat and seafood specialty products we distribute.

What we offer:

Medical, Prescription Drug, EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment Dental, vision and other voluntary plans Pre-Tax Saving Accounts Profit Sharing Family culture and career advancement opportunities

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.

Educational & Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s preferred with an emphasis in Human Resources and/or five or more years of experience with broad knowledge of Human Resources functions preferred OR equivalent combination of experience, education and training. You are required to provide your most recent employment experience for your application to be considered complete.

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

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 [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

Halperns’ currently operates seven production and distribution facilities, which are located in Atlanta, Baltimore, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Dallas, Walton (KY), and Kalamazoo (MI). With a strong and established presence in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic areas of the United States, the company serves a variety of independent and national chain customers across much of the East Coast and beyond, and currently employs over 1,000 people.