Payroll Assistant

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better. Responsible for personnel and benefits file maintenance, payroll administration, orientation preparation, maintaining and updating employment and benefits coverage changes and verifications in the payroll system. Works with and has access to highly confidential information. Hourly Rate: $23.00 - $24.50 Benefits Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Medical, dental, vision plans Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Commuter benefits Employee Discounts Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles Main Duties and Responsibilities Processes operating unit payroll each week using company systems and methods Calculates prior payment adjustments as needed to reflect regular pay and overtime pay Collects and enters daily timesheets for missed punches approved by management as appropriate Completes payroll reports for record-keeping purposes and managerial review Researches and communicates to management as appropriate regarding required verifications of hours worked and breaks Creates payroll requests/tickets for special payments such as anniversary awards and employee of the month Participates in the “Employee Resource Center” by being regularly available to answer employee questions about wages, deductions, attendance, and time records Performs other administrative duties as assigned Education High School diploma or equivalent; Associates or bachelor’s degree is preferred Work Experience Minimum of one year of experience in an administrative role is required Experience in Payroll or Human Resources is preferred Experience with Kronos, Workday and Ultipro is preferred Technical Skills (Certification, Licenses and Registration) Intermediate level Microsoft office skills including Excel Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task Strong interpersonal skills, interacts well with multiple departments as required Detail oriented Language / Communication Skills Effective oral and written communication skills. Multi-lingual a plus Must have the ability to communicate and disclose data in an accurate manner Must be able to communicate effectively with management team and staff. Job Dimensions Operating unit Type of Employment: Full-time Travel %: none Exemption Classification: Non-Exempt Internal Relationships: Operating unit management and employees; HR; Finance; Labor Planning Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Normal office environment. In a normal production kitchen facility there may be physical discomfort due to temperature and noise Organization Structure Direct Line Manager (Title): Supervisor, Payroll, Operating Unit Estimated Total Size of Team: 2 + HR Team gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus Demonstrated Values Excellence We put the customer at the forefront of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs, wishes and desires. We constantly learn by giving and receiving feedback, improving from our mistakes and bettering ourselves. Passion Hospitality, in its purest form, comes down to a single, core principle: care. We do everything with thoughtfulness, attention, and care. We have a growth mindset, a resilience that makes us determined to bounce back from failures and setbacks. Responsibility We care about what we do, and we understand the impact we have on others and the planet. We always look out for each other –creating a safe workplace environment is everyone’s responsibility. Respect Every job matters. We each do our part to ensure our colleagues and our customers succeed in their goals. We respect each other’s voices and foster a workplace that supports inclusion and belonging. Application Closure Statement To be considered for this position, please submit your application by 08/25/2026. We anticipate that this job will close on: 09/24/2026 For further information regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law. For California Residents, please click here to view our California privacy notice. If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us! gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. We work in an exciting industry – fast-paced and ever-changing. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force. We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment. For further information, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr