Hr Generalist (Onsite) - Redmond, Wa

Position Title: HR GENERALIST (ONSITE) - REDMOND, WA
Pay Grade: 11
Reports To: Human Resources Manager
Salary: $65000 - $72000 / year
As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.
Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.comClick here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.
Job Summary
As HR Generalist your primary focus will be to support the Human Resources function so that it meets both the needs of the business and of our associates. The HR Generalist will provide support with emphasis in running the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including facilitating hiring , assisting in guidance calls to corporate support teams for any employee- policy related inquiries or concerns, benefits, and leave, employee status changes and entering data into HRMS and enforcing company policies and practices. Act as a content expert regarding policies, procedures, and programs to these areas. There are other minor duties such as assembling employee badges and creating employee listings or reports. This is an onsite position and will require this individual to work in our Redmond, WA office.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensures all Company HR related policies are applied consistently.
• Responding to managers' e-mails/calls, troubleshooting and providing guidance on recruiting system and process requirements, policies and procedures.
• Processes new hires, terminations, employee changes, transfers, and general employee database maintenance in HRIS system • Performs HRIS and SharePoint data entry including, but not limited to: new hire entry, compensation and employment changes, training and compliance documentation.
• Performs a wide range of duties relative to the accurate and timely creation, maintenance, and processing of personnel records and reports.
• Maintains and coordinates associate recognition programs.
• Ensures compliance with all federal and state laws.
• Regularly runs and/or reviews HR activity reports.
• Creating and maintaining the appropriate documentation, e.g., Manager FAQs, How-to's, troubleshooting instructions, etc.
• Provides clerical and operational support including, but not limited to running background check verifications, following up with managers regarding missing or incomplete paperwork, assisting with new employee orientation, and preparing employee badges.
• Responds to verification of employment status.
• Assists employees and supervisors with basic interpretation of HR policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the creation and maintenance of all personnel files, both active and inactive. This includes, but is not limited to: creation of physical file for new hires, filing of incoming paperwork into appropriate sections of the file for easy of identification, appropriate removal of terminated employee files, annual preparation of inactive employee files for archival.
• Understands Union contract and Compass Group policies and procedures and is able to execute daily work in accordance with requirements.
• Participates in developing and implementing HR department goals, objectives, and processes.
• Employee Relations: responding to employee questions and concerns, drafting disciplinary action when the properties need assistance on them.
• Plans and participates in new employee orientation for all staff.
• Providing assistance for general administration duties in accordance with the established process standards and requirements, such as: Coordinates and processes reference and background checks, support I9, Maintains and examines complete, accurate, and confidential personnel files..etc.
• Attends department manager meetings to increase HR visibility, conducts classroom training, provides assistance and implements HR initiatives.
• Completion of other assignments, duties and projects as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required.
• Two plus years human resources generalist experience required; management experience a plus.
• HR experience at a large, multi-unit organization required.
• Previous experience as part of a centralized HR environment, preferably in a corporate setting. • Highly adept at communicating, both in writing and verbally
• Competency to analyze and develop human resources policies and procedures.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of employees, physicians, volunteers and management.
• Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills; advanced skills preferred.
• Experience responding to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
• Strong presentation skills required.
• Detailed knowledge of all housekeeping practices and procedures
• Strong work ethic, intense drive and initiative for quality and customer service
• Excellent administrative, organizational and problem-solving skills and an ability to prioritize tasks at the same time. • Knowledge and experience working with a team approach.
• Ability to work well under pressure within time constraints.
• Ability to maintain productive work relationships with others and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of customers both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail while managing multiple complex projects and priorities to successfully meet deadlines.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• For positions in Washington State or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.