HR Generalist

Fooda•Chicago, IL

5d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist is a broad, employee-facing role that supports employees across core HR operations and People programs. This person manages day-to-day HR processes, supports employee relations, and helps plan and execute companywide employee events and engagement initiatives. The role also helps modernize how HR work gets done by simplifying workflows and automating repeatable processes. The HR Generalist is a trusted, hands-on partner who helps ensure Fooda’s people practices and programs run smoothly.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
2–5 years of general HR or People Operations experience
Strong understanding of HR principles and employment law
Ability to build relationships at all levels
Excellent organization and communication skills
Experience using HR systems (UKG Ready preferred)
Displays highest level of discretion with confidential information
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, programs, and day-to-day questions.
Continuously improve the employee experience by simplifying or automating HR processes, strengthening communication, and delivering exceptional service to the team.
Administer employee lifecycle changes, including hires, promotions, transfers, compensation changes, leaves of absence, and offboarding. Ensure changes are accurately documented, communicated, and reflected across HR systems, while identifying opportunities to streamline and automate repeatable processes.
Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring employees have a positive and seamless start at Fooda.
Plan and execute companywide People programs and events, including employee summits, recognition events, regional trips, and employee engagement activities. Coordinate timelines, communications, vendors, budget, materials, and event logistics to ensure a strong employee experience.
Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with legal requirements, employment laws, HR policies, and company documentation standards.
Partner with managers to address employee relations matters, performance concerns, coaching conversations, and related documentation, with the support of the HR Manager and CPO.
Support People Team initiatives such as policy updates, reporting requests, employee communications, process improvements, and special projects.
Own Chicago office operations, ensuring the headquarters is well-stocked, organized, and guest-ready. Coordinate mail, deliveries, building access, vendors, and general office operations.
Support logistics for the weekly Fooda All Company meeting, including scheduling presenters and ensuring the meeting runs smoothly.