Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

What We Offer:

• 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
• 128 year, family owned and operated company history

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Coordinator is part of the Prairies Human Resources Team, supporting the Edmonton division in the areas of administrative HR support including, but not limited to onboarding, benefits and wellness administration, company communication, coordination of company events and additional project support for the team.

Note: This is a 14-month contract position. The position requires the successful candidate to be in the office 5 days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enters data into HR systems, maintain HR files and records, produces HR reports

• Coordinates details, logistics, communication and execution of various events including training, wellness, orientation, open enrollment, fairs, and other divisional HR events

• Schedules meetings, assists with and directs incoming questions from employees

• Facilitates onboarding of new employees

• Works collaboratively with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers on recruitment needs

• Conducts payroll support activities

• Supports internal communication

• Participates in planning and implementation of special projects and initiatives

• Participates in planning and executing various engagement activities

• Ensures regulatory compliance with Employment Standards and legal requirements

• Performs other duties as assigned

Education, Skills & Competencies:

• Demonstrate leading by Gordon Food Service Cornerstone Values
• Strong sense of urgency
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Well-developed communication skills both written and verbal
• Must have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
• Adaptable, flexible style when dealing with employees
• Demonstrate an attitude that contributes to employee engagement and positive culture
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Able to work as part of a team
• Knowledge of or ability to learn HRIS, applicant tracking software, Electronic Filing software and other GFS HR systems
• Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of Google Applications
• Flexible schedule, this position is based on-site

Gordon Food Service reserves the right to close the posting earlier than the posted closing date should a suitable candidate be found.

We would like to thank all candidates who apply, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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.