HR Assistant

PLATES - Support Center, 420 Stevens Ave. Suite 150, Solana Beach, California, United States of America Job Description Posted Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Position Description Department: Human Resources Reports To: Director of Human Resources and/ or President Location: Support Center Classification: Non-Exempt Position Summary: The temporary Human Resources (HR) Assistant will perform administrative tasks and services to support all Team Members. The HR Assistant will partner with Operations and other members of the HR Department to help plan and implement programs and processes designed to improve the Team Member experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Completes daily follow-up on HR and payroll related items, including but not limited to time edit signatures, anti-harassment training completion, and Food Handler’s card and RBS Certification collection Responsible for HR reporting and data analysis and accuracy Maintains the integrity, confidentiality and accuracy of human resource records and documentation including HR form submissions. Responsible for ensuring all new hire documents are complete and compliant, including I9 documentation Manages the Workers’ Comp claims process, including follow-up with injured workers, claims adjusters and restaurant management to ensure paperwork has been received and injury was properly addressed and remedied. Responsible for OSHA reporting and new restaurant MPN set-up. Responds to unemployment claims and employment verification requests Responsible for ensuring labor law posters are current and compliant at all locations Answers frequently asked questions from Team Members relative to standard policies, processes and procedures, onboarding or any other HR related questions; refers complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management Provides clerical, data entry and task-related support to the HR department Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, and employee recognition events. Regular and reliable attendance. May perform similar and incidental duties as required. Job Qualifications Education: Associates or Bachelors Degree in a related field preferred. Experience: 1-2 years of HR and/or office related experience required. Knowledge: Proficient with Microsoft Office software. Intermediate Excel experience preferred. Knowledge of Ceridian Dayforce or similar HRIS application preferred. Basic knowledge of local, state and federal labor law is a plus. Language Skills: Excellent oral, written, and communication skills required. Bilingual Spanish preferred. Other Skills: Excellent time management, organization, and planning skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information and situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Commitment to Company’s Promises of a Great Team Member. Ability to compose detailed and professional correspondence Other Abilities: Ability to work well under time constraints and prioritize work in order to meet commitments/deadlines. Ability to demonstrate a high level of self-motivation and drive. Ability to handle multiple priorities and able to quickly adapt in a changing environment. Major Business/Professional Contacts Routine contact with Support Center cross-functional partners and restaurant Team Members. Occasional contact with vendors. Working and Environmental Conditions Typically functions in an office environment. Requires working closely with co-workers and Team Members for long periods of time. Requires frequent use of phone, computer, keyboard. Physical Demands Requires sitting for extended periods. Requires time in front of a computer screen for extended periods of time. Occasional lifting of equipment that may weigh up to 20 lbs. Urban Plates LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr