Director, Human Resources (Talent Management)

Company: Thomas Cuisine
Location: Fresno
Posted on: March 15, 2023

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Director, Talent Management - Human Resources



Who we are

Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".



What's in it for you

As part of our humble and hungry Talent (HR) team, the ideal candidate will gain access to supportive and smart partners, first-class learning and engagement technologies, exceptional employee wellness and medical benefits, innovative recruiting strategies and resources, and much more!

Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000 annually

What you will do

Picture yourself laying the foundation of employment law and compliance, while also pouring yourself in emerging leaders as they develop their management competencies, in an organization that believes food is medicine and is insatiably focused on bringing the very best in food service to our guests. There is meaning in what we do as an organization and in what the Talent team does for our people. The Director, Talent Management will be the strategic partner to our Chief People Officer and operational leaders in designing people structures, developing and enforcing policies, interpreting and teaching employment law, guiding performance feedback, advocating for the wellbeing for our people, and more, all along our west coast operations. This individual is someone who is relied upon and looked to for their HR knowledge and constant curiosity around the evolving legal landscape and best practices in people management.



This team member . . .

Builds deep, trusting relationships with all colleagues and clients to ensure their voice is a valuable part of the employee experience.
Provides expert counsel to our people when faced with statutory and non-statutory leave of absence needs.

Ensures alignment with client values and policies and strengthens those relationships.

Offers guidance and develops best practices on HR/Onboarding processes, including (but not limited to) drug testing, medical testing (e.g., TB), background checks, and new hire orientation.
Protects the interests of employees and the company by proactively monitoring the shifting legal landscape and developing and enforcing policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Partners with the Chief People Officer to establish, monitor, report, and strategically respond to people KPIs.
Provide strategic guidance to managers and other members of the Talent team on managing complex employee relations issues in a compliant and empathetic way.
Maintains electronic employee files and consistently uploads documents in accordance with best practices.
Sets an example for all employees by living our core values authentically and transparently.
Performs other duties as assigned.



What you will need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Human Resources or a related field.
SRHM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or other HR certification preferred.
Minimum of eight years' experience in an HR role or comparable experience.
Minimum of three years' experience managing HR team members.
Deep, up-to-date, knowledge of California employment law.
Proficient in administration of FMLA, CFRA, PDL, and ADA leaves of absence.
Expert knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws.
Proven history developing deep and trusting relationships with operational leadership while part of a centralized service function.
Builds and develops internal and external relationships; creates partnerships, builds trust, shares ideas, and accomplishes work quickly and efficiently.
Proven history maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills and focus on details.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to thoroughly understand the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to quickly learn and accurately use new and/or existing recruiting and HRIS platforms/software.



Who you are

People who do well on our team are service-minded and have a helpful, humble, and hungry nature. The ideal candidate has a can-do attitude, a spirit of curiosity, a bravery to try new things, a tendency to assume best intentions, and a hunger to learn and grow. We actively seek out team members who care deeply about the mission, passionately search for the answers to their questions, humbly lean on partners for help, tirelessly do what it takes, and reflect on their days with gratitude. If that's you, PLEASE come say "Hi"; we've been waiting for you!



Thomas Cuisine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We believe in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and our mission is to create an inclusive work environment where all employees' differences are celebrated, their thoughts matter, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work.



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