We are looking for a Human Resource Generalist to join our team of six in Delta to oversee and assist with Human Resources initiatives, specifically for the operations groups. This position will report to the Human Resources Manager in Delta.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, Business Hours with flexibility (4 days in office, 1 remote)

Benefits:
The compensation package for this position ranges from $64,000 to $75,000 on an annual basis.

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
FULL flex benefits program
Company matching RRSP
Family culture 
Advancement opportunities
Profit Sharing
125+ years, family owned and operated company history

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performance Management and Employee Relations

• Educates and consults leadership on the Performance Management process, understands and leverages HRIS (Workday) for Talent Management, coaches employees and managers on employee relations performance, practice or policy issues, promotes the open door policy.

• Responds to, investigates and determines course of action for complaints from GFS employees or others in regards to Gordon Food Service.

Learning and Development

• Educates and assists leaders on the GFS Leadership Development initiatives.

• Facilitates training and monitors required leadership training and development for completion and effectiveness.

Compliance

• Ensures compliance with all federal, provincial, and local employment laws and regulations

• Maintains HR records and documentation, internal communications channels & tools

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll

• Plans and supports benefits enrollment processes as well as educating employees and leaders on GFS retirement plans, benefits and wellness initiatives.

• Supports Compensation planning and payroll through the use of our HRIS System; Workday

Diversity and Inclusion

• Understands and promotes GFS Diversity and Inclusion Vision and Guiding Principles

• Implements Diversity & Inclusion Communication, events and knowledge sharing

Orientation & Training

• Plan and facilitate bi-weekly orientation for all new employees

• Facilitate training sessions and assign training to employees as needed

Recruiting Strategy

• Delivers interview skills training to managers.

• Facilitates internal job posting and transfers

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Responds with a sense of urgency to meet the needs of customers,

• employees, and suppliers.

• Establishes trust and deals with issues directly.

• Effective in the planning, prioritization, and timely execution of work.

• Takes personal responsibility for own growth and development.

• Modifies personal style, focusing on the needs of others, and listening effectively to achieve a common goal.

• Embraces and creates change.

• Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Human Resources education and 2 years related experience

• Working towards CPHR

• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation 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 talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.