Grand Central Bakery · 5 hours ago
Human Resources Generalist (Bilingual English/Spanish)
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$33.65/hr - $38.46/hr
3+ years expGrand Central Bakery is a Certified B Corporation that has been a part of the bread revolution since 1989, emphasizing sustainability and community investment. The HR Generalist (Bilingual English/Spanish) will support employees and managers by coordinating HR projects, managing recruitment efforts, and ensuring compliance with company policies while providing exceptional customer service.
BakeryConfectioneryFood and BeverageFood ProcessingRetail
Responsibilities
Provides outstanding customer service to employees and managers through email, phone, and in-person communication. Triages HR email account, responding to questions and directing internal and external customers to the appropriate stakeholders. Provides guidance and compliance support with minimal oversight
Working closely with hiring managers, supports recruitment through posting and managing job requisitions, maintaining question and interview banks. May conduct initial screening and phone interviews. Partners with leadership to refine hiring practices and improve candidate experience
Project coordinator for the Human Resources team. Coordinates with the team to develop project plans, timelines, and key deliverables. Tracks progress, shares updates, and creates reminders
Provides Employee Relations support by interpreting and applying company policies and procedures and recommending appropriate actions. As assigned, conducts, and supports investigations into employee conduct, performance, attendance, and other matters. As assigned, review, edit and track performance corrections
Supports Labor Relations by assisting Sr. HRBP and Head of People with preparation for bargaining, running reports, drafting documents, and coordinating strike responses. As assigned, review, edit and track performance corrections
This position supports leadership development initiatives by helping organize and facilitate leadership training opportunities in classroom and virtual settings. Maintains clean and accurate training records in the LMS and HCM, and updates and formats training materials within the LMS to ensure consistency and accessibility
Cross trained in other functions including workers compensation administration and leave of absence administration
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to read, write, and speak English; English/Spanish bilingual, required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Must be comfortable with public speaking, facilitating training sessions, and offering guidance and support from a position of influence rather than direct authority
Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
Displays empathy while maintaining strong boundaries
Ability to prioritize tasks, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Ability to maintain composure in stressful or ambiguous circumstances
Must be at least 18 years old
Due to this position being located in a food production facility, a valid Food Handler's Card is at all times
Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time
Preferred
3 + years of Human Resources experience including interpreting and applying human resources policies and procedures, including advising management on best practices
Familiarity with labor relations practices and collective bargaining environments
Company
Grand Central Bakery
Grand Central Bakery specializes in hand-made artisan bread, delicious scratch cooking and Baking, and seasonal menus.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bob Kerr
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
Portland Business Journal
2024-12-13
2023-12-25
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