Human Resources Generalist

ABOUT SALT SMOKE:

If you’re passionate about great food, great people, and delivering outstanding experiences, apply today! We can’t wait to meet you and see how you can make happy happen at Salt Smoke!

The team at Salt Smoke have been passionate about treating meat right for years and are excited to bring our St. Louis-style BBQ to the Delmar Loop, Hampton, St. Charles, Ballpark Village, Ellisville, and South County neighborhoods.

We do our best to bring you the best, serving our community is what we love to do!

Our Mission:

BBQ, bourbon, and beer are what we do, but people are who we are.

To learn more about our values and what we stand for, please click the link below to learn more! Salt Smoke Values

REASONS YOU'LL LOVE JOINING OUR TEAM:

• Supportive and Inclusive Culture: At Salt Smoke, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of warmth, belonging, and community — where everyone is valued, supported, and encouraged to thrive. Whether it’s our team, our guests, or our famous brisket, we deliver our very best in everything we do. If you’re passionate about making people feel welcome and delivering top-notch experiences, you’ll feel right at home here.
• Competitive Pay: We offer competitive pay and a reliable weekly paycheck.
• Advancement Opportunities: At Salt Smoke, your growth is our growth. We recognize the potential in every bestie and provide numerous opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re interested in moving into a leadership position, taking on a corporate role, or exploring positions in operations or with our commissary team, there’s a clear career path for you here!
• Benefits*: We offer an exceptional benefits package for eligible part and full-time team besties, including:
  • Medical Coverage – PPO and HSA Plans
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Company Provided - Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Company Provided - Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • FSA Dependent Care & Medical Plans
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – With Employer Match!
  • Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Sick Time (for Full Time Salaried Besties)
  • Employee Discounts
  • Mileage Reimbursement

This position will be permitted to work from home on Fridays!

Compensation range is $60k to $70k per year - depending on experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Ensures company policies and procedures are understood and implemented.
• Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs and assists with internal and external HR related inquiries or requests.
• Supports leadership with the termination process.
• Monitors document retention and destruction process.
• Conducts audits for emergency contacts, beneficiaries, I-9 documents, systems, etc.
• Compiles and runs reports as needed.
• Enter new or changes in child support, garnishments, levies, and bankruptcy deductions.
• Travels to locations as needed and assists with location specific events.
• Processes terminations and provides related documentation for terminated employees; completes exit interviews when needed.
• Compiles data from personnel records and prepares requested statistics for management and for government reporting.
• Assists in gathering information related to workers compensation claims and submits timely.
• Reviews transfers or promotions to assist in determining necessary changes.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll.
• Processes and uploads weekly payroll journal entry and saves weekly payroll reports.
• Completes payroll exception sheet weekly.
• Processes benefit enrollments in the HRIS.
• Assists with Open Enrollment.
• Reviews and approves employee changes in the HRIS which include enrollment or changes in benefits, direct deposits, etc.
• Create and develop employee and manager workshops/training.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to maintain highly confidential information and data.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly learn and retain information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and G-Suite.
• Ability to work prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Not typical but potential based on business needs (ex: New Store Opening - Orientations).

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or university; or two plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Driver’s License
• Automobile Insurance - Minimum limits of liability per Company Policy