People Operations Associate/HR Generalist

Choco · Chicago, IL

Company

Choco

Location

Chicago, IL

Type

Full Time

Job Description

To solve one of our generation's largest problems, we need the world’s best talent.

Our vision is to enable a sustainable food system. Our technology is already enabling thousands of restaurants, wholesalers, and producers across 7 countries to operate waste-free and efficiently. Yet, this is a drop into the ocean. We just started. Our goal to connect the global food system is extremely ambitious and complex. A problem of this magnitude and complexity requires a massive scale and only the best people will be able to solve it. We are gathering the best people globally together in order to succeed in our mission. Are you in?

For us, it is always team-first.  Teams in which everyone subordinates their individual success to the team's success will win against teams that don't. Can you put your ego aside?

We are looking for the hungry underdogs that will rather fail than not try. We look for humility because it makes us learn faster. And we look for people who understand that hard work is necessary and that shortcuts don’t exist. We are playing the long game and want to build a truly generational company.

Our mission requires us to be fast. We believe that urgency is a mindset. We look for people who act with speed in everything they do, yet never lose sight of the bigger picture.

Fun plays an important role. We want to succeed and celebrate when we do. It is important to us that our people form real bonds in and outside of work.

We have no small plans, we are assembling a championship team, with people that take real ownership of our company’s long-term success. If you feel this is for you, then deep inside you, you might be already one of us.

See what we’ve been up to: bit.ly/3BX0kYj

Want to learn more about #LifeatChoco? Take a look behind the scenes: bit.ly/3sD7tYK

Meet your team

  • We are seeking a talented and motivated HR Generalist/People Operations Associate to join our team in Chicago. As an integral part of our HR department, you will play a crucial role in supporting our employees and helping to create an inclusive and thriving workplace culture.

As a culture-first company, we believe in the power of in-person collaboration. We look forward to working with you from our office in Chicago, at least 4 days per week. 

What you’ll do:

    1. Onboarding, Employee Relations and Engagement:

      • Coordinate and conduct new employee orientations and facilitate a seamless onboarding experience.
      • Provide guidance and support to employees on HR-related matters, including policies, procedures, and conflict resolution.
      • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee issues with discretion and professionalism.
      • Help foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
      • Collaborate on employee engagement initiatives, including surveys and feedback mechanisms.
      • Participate in the planning and execution of employee events and recognition programs.
    2. Benefits Administration:

      • Assist employees with benefits enrollment, questions, and changes.
      • Collaborate with benefits providers and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
      • Organize wellness programs and initiatives to promote employee well-being.
    3. HR Data Management:

      • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS system.
      • Generate HR reports and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
      • Assist with payroll processing and timekeeping activities.
    4. Compliance and Policies:

      • Stay up-to-date with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
      • Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
      • Conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance.
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What we’re looking for

    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
    • 2+ years of experience in HR or related roles.
    • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
    • Proficiency in HRIS systems and Google Suite
    • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

About Choco

Choco was founded in Berlin in 2018 and has since expanded to a team of over 400 committed Chocorians working from Choco offices in the US, France, Belgium, Germany, Austria, the UK, and Spain. Our ordering app is used by over 15K buyers and over 10K suppliers around the globe - processing hundreds of thousands of tons of food every month.

We raised over $280mn from some of the world’s best investors like Bessemer Venture Partners, Insight Partners, Coatue Management, and LeftLane Capital. We are the first unicorn to reduce food waste.

We’re working alongside those who built companies like Google, Facebook, Amazon, Uber, Rocket Internet, and more.

Choco is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our technology is available and accessible to everyone. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Date Posted

11/09/2023

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