Job Description

 

 

Position Title: HR GENERALIST - Sunnyvale, CA  

Salary: $80000 - $90000 

 

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

 

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 PeopleHub 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. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. 

 

Job Summary

We are seeking a HR professional who has a passion for hospitality and food & beverage operations! Our HR Specialist is responsible for recommending, developing, and administering human resources policies in the areas of recruitment, separation, employee relations, disability and leave management, benefits, classification, compensation, performance management, training, and project management. Please note - this is a fully on site role supporting a sizeable corporate dining operation. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Administers policies and programs in the areas of recruitment, separation, employee relations, disability and leave management, benefits, classification, compensation, performance management, training, and other areas of human resources. 
• Manages, develops, and evaluates staff recruitments and separations, including mass hires. 
• Prepares and processes all necessary hiring paperwork in a timely manner. Prepares job postings, reviews applications and interviews applicants. Makes recommendations for a wide range of positions. 
• Coaches & counsels department managers and supervisors on employee relations policies, procedures, and appropriate practices. 
• Works with employees to resolve sensitive or difficult work-related problems.
• Applies professional HR concepts when counseling employees concerning work-related issues of moderate scope and complexity. 
• Serves as the leave of absence administrator to ensure compliance with all policies and guidelines.
• Conducts new employee orientation. 
• Provides guidance to supervisors and managers in developing job descriptions, facilitating benefits communications, and providing guidance on compensation programs, personnel policies, and procedures. 
• Counsels and guides supervisors and managers in performance management, including annual performance review. Manages and develops the process for performance evaluation. 
• Manages sensitive and confidential information and effectively and collaboratively interacts with client groups. 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required; HR hospitality industry experience preferred.
• PHR or SPHR designation strongly preferred.
• Three plus years human resources generalist experience required; management experience a plus.
• Experience working as a human resource professional with thorough knowledge of human resources and policies and procedures, employment practices, salary administration, training and has working knowledge of other areas of HR. 
• Strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrates organizational skills and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent in communicating clearly and effectively verbally and in writing and in integrating information in the completion of assignments. 
• Demonstrated ability to handle difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively. 
• Demonstrates skill in prioritizing competing work assignments, employing political acumen and integrating information to determine appropriate courses of action and their implications. 
• Possesses strong analytical, active listening and critical thinking skills. 
• Ability to work independently and analyze data to solve complex problems and demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Must be able to handle sensitive personnel issues with confidentiality, tact, and discretion. 
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

Associates at Bon Appetit  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)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information. 

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. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:   1466348

Bon Appetit  

Johanna P Heidler  

Job Tags

Contract work, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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