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HR Generalist - Food

Ben E. Keith

life insurance, long term disability, 401(k)

17635 Ben E. Keith Way (Show on map)

Dec 23, 2025

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers' expectations.

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees-continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist champions employee experience and organizational effectiveness for the Foodservice Division. This role combines strategic HR initiatives with day-to-day operations, focusing on talent acquisition, employee relations, HRIS management, and DEI initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

- Design and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies utilizing modern recruiting platforms and social media

- Manage end-to-end recruitment process including job posting, candidate assessment, and interview coordination

- Develop and implement virtual and in-person onboarding programs to ensure smooth employee integration

- Partner with hiring managers to optimize job descriptions and recruitment strategies

HR Operations & Technology

- Administer HRIS platform (Dayforce) for employee data management and reporting

- Generate actionable insights through HR analytics and metrics reporting

- Maintain digital employee records in compliance with data protection regulations

- Implement and manage HR automation tools to streamline processes

- Assist in preparing weekly and bi-weekly payroll

Employee Relations & Development

- Serve as a point of contact for employee relations matters

- Manage leave administration (FMLA, ADA, state-specific requirements)

- Coordinate learning and development initiatives through LMS platforms

- Support performance management processes and career development programs

- Foster inclusive workplace culture through DEI initiatives

Compliance & Policy Management

- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws

- Maintain and update HR policies reflecting modern workplace practices

- Coordinate and conduct employee training on compliance topics

- Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

- Associates/Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field / equivalent experience

- Minimum of 3+ years of HR experience

- SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred, willingness to obtain certification(s)

- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR compliance requirements

- Excellent project management and critical thinking skills

- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite and HR technologies

- Ability to work with confidential information/material

- Strong attention to detail

- Ability to gather, organize and analyze narrative and statistical data

- Ability to multi-task and work independently

Physical Requirements:

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
100% Office-based, Up to15% travel to divisional shuttle sites and divisional locations

Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

* Short and Long Term Disability

* 401K with matching contribution

* Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Wellness Program

* Educational Assistance Program

* Paid Vacation and holidays

* Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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