Human Resources Generalist

Be a People Champion. Drive Culture. Create Impact.

At Gordon Food Service, people are at the heart of everything we do. As an HR Generalist at our Lithia Springs, GA Distribution Center, you'll be more than just an HR professional - you'll be a trusted partner to our leaders, a cultural ambassador for our employees, and a driver of engagement across the division.

This is your chance to blend strategic business partnership with hands-on HR leadership - from shaping new employee experiences through onboarding and orientation to bringing our teams together with engaging, meaningful events.

What You'll Do:

• Be a Strategic HR Partner

  • Partner with leaders to understand business needs, influence people strategies, and provide consultative guidance on talent, culture, and engagement.

  • Coach leaders through employee relations matters, performance management, and leadership development initiatives.

• Shape First Impressions

  • Lead new employee onboarding and orientation, ensuring every new team member feels connected, prepared, and excited about their future at Gordon Food Service.

  • Support new hires from offer through their first 90 days, driving a seamless transition into our culture and operations.

• Create Connections & Build Culture

  • Plan and support employee engagement events - from wellness activities to recognition programs - that strengthen connection, belonging, and fun across the distribution center.

  • Partner with leaders to design retention strategies, including stay interviews and milestone check-ins, that keep employees engaged and growing.

• Drive Talent & Growth

  • Collaborate on workforce planning and sourcing strategies, attending job fairs and partnering with community organizations to attract talent.

  • Promote leadership training and development programs, ensuring managers have the tools to succeed.

• Lead Core HR Functions

  • Guide employees and leaders on benefits, wellness, and retirement plans.

  • Support compliance, FMLA, workers' compensation, and policy implementation.

  • Provide insight into HR metrics, helping leaders understand trends and make data-informed decisions.

Monday - Friday, Typical Hours are 8 am to 5 pm

• 2+ years of broad HR experience required

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources (preferred)

• PHR or SHRM-CP certification (preferred)

• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of HR laws, compliance, and current trends in the field

• A people-first mindset and passion for creating a workplace where employees can thrive

Be a People Champion. Drive Culture. Create Impact.

At Gordon Food Service, people are at the heart of everything we do. As an HR Generalist at our Lithia Springs, GA Distribution Center, you'll be more than just an HR professional - you'll be a trusted partner to our leaders, a cultural ambassador for our employees, and a driver of engagement across the division.

This is your chance to blend strategic business partnership with hands-on HR leadership - from shaping new employee experiences through onboarding and orientation to bringing our teams together with engaging, meaningful events.

What You'll Do:

• Be a Strategic HR Partner

  • Partner with leaders to understand business needs, influence people strategies, and provide consultative guidance on talent, culture, and engagement.

  • Coach leaders through employee relations matters, performance management, and leadership development initiatives.

• Shape First Impressions

  • Lead new employee onboarding and orientation, ensuring every new team member feels connected, prepared, and excited about their future at Gordon Food Service.

  • Support new hires from offer through their first 90 days, driving a seamless transition into our culture and operations.

• Create Connections & Build Culture

  • Plan and support employee engagement events - from wellness activities to recognition programs - that strengthen connection, belonging, and fun across the distribution center.

  • Partner with leaders to design retention strategies, including stay interviews and milestone check-ins, that keep employees engaged and growing.

• Drive Talent & Growth

  • Collaborate on workforce planning and sourcing strategies, attending job fairs and partnering with community organizations to attract talent.

  • Promote leadership training and development programs, ensuring managers have the tools to succeed.

• Lead Core HR Functions

  • Guide employees and leaders on benefits, wellness, and retirement plans.

  • Support compliance, FMLA, workers' compensation, and policy implementation.

  • Provide insight into HR metrics, helping leaders understand trends and make data-informed decisions.

Monday - Friday, Typical Hours are 8 am to 5 pm

• 2+ years of broad HR experience required

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources (preferred)

• PHR or SHRM-CP certification (preferred)

• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of HR laws, compliance, and current trends in the field

• A people-first mindset and passion for creating a workplace where employees can thrive

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.