Job description
Job Description: HR Generalist
Location: Chicago
Who We Are:
We believe a workplace food program is something employees should love and look forward to every day. Powered by technology and a network of over 3,000 restaurants, Fooda feeds hungry people at work through our ongoing food programs located within companies and office buildings. Every day, each Fooda location is served by different restaurants that come onsite and serve fresh lunch from their chef’s unique menus. Fooda operates in 25 major US cities and plans to continue its expansion across the United States and internationally.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are looking for an energetic HR Generalist to join our growing HR team. The HR Generalist reports to Fooda’s HR Manager and is responsible for a wide variety of HR activities and processes. This person will be an integral part of building and refining our HR programs and processes for a growing organization. This is a hybrid position, with three days per week based out of our Chicago Fooda headquarters.
Who You Are:
You are an HR professional who has a passion for human resources, and you’re excited to build and streamline processes. You take pride in your organizational skills, pay strong attention to detail, and bring a “no task too small” mentality to the work. You’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.
You also have a systems mindset - you’re comfortable working with data, using HR tech tools, and improving workflows to increase efficiency and accuracy.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Serve as the superuser of Fooda’s new HRIS, supporting implementation, testing, and optimization of new functionality as rollout continues
- Own the preparation and processing of semi-monthly payroll. Act as primary point of contact for HRIS support and help troubleshoot system issues
- Maintain accurate employee data and HRIS records, including new hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, and organizational changes
- Oversee and coordinate the onboarding process, including Fooda Fundamentals, new hire paperwork, and employee experience feedback
- Assist managers in all employee relations matters, including performance management, performance improvement plans and policy application.
- Maintain employee records, org charts, and compliance documentation (e.g., I-9s)
- Own the maintenance and refresh of the employee handbook and program and policy documents. Assist in the development and implementation of new Fooda employee policies and programs.
- Support learning and development by helping to run key LD programs. Support goal setting, performance check-ins, engagement surveys, and internal comms
- Prepare HR analytics reports (headcount, attrition, etc.)
- Conduct exit interviews and share feedback trends
- Stay informed on federal, state, and local employment laws; support compliance initiatives
- Assist with other projects and initiatives, such as Fooda’s companywide Day of Service (charity) work.
- Support the Recruiting team and other People Team projects as needed
What You Should Already Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- 1-4 years of HR Generalist experience; PHR or similar preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Sound reasoning and decision-making ability; strong analytical skills
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Knowledge of human resources principles involved in day-to-day HR administration
- Ability to work with, and build relationships, at all levels of the organization
What We’ll Hook You Up With:
- Competitive market salary and stock options, based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401k matching
- Daily subsidized lunch program (ours!) and free food and beverages in the office
- A fulfilling, challenging adventure of a work experience
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No phone calls or recruiters please.
