Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We’re eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef’s offerings. 

While most of us continue to work remotely, our newly renovated headquarters at the Old Post Office is open for voluntary return to work. Our organization is closely following the evolving COVID-19 pandemic and will share updates on our 2022 return to the office plan as soon as any decisions are made.

The Payroll Specialist works closely with Human Resources and other departments to drive the in-house payroll process. This includes gathering payroll data, correcting discrepancies, inputting information into payroll systems, and tracking down missing information and paperwork. The Payroll Specialist will research and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues in a thorough and timely manner.

***** This is a temporary opportunity *****

Process payroll cycles for 1800+ employees in various states, following weekly and biweekly pay schedules:

• Ensure all employee and timecard information is accurate for weekly payroll for hourly employees and biweekly payroll for salaried employees
• Track down missing documentation and information and resolve discrepancies with payroll data
• Audit payroll data such as incorrect status, rate, or other data and take action to correct
• Input payroll data and review and research any payroll irregularities to bring to a resolution

Problem solve to improve processes, support field staff, and assist employees in a positive and professional manner with their payroll inquiries:

• Assist Payroll Manager with various payroll related projects such as streamlining local HR/payroll processes (PTO, Leave of Absence, pay rate changes, etc.)
• Work with field HR to ensure proper documentation and accuracy of payroll data
• Respond to employee payroll-related inquiries and research and coordinate any necessary payroll corrections

Qualifications:

• 4-6 years of relevant payroll experience
• Strong Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Products
• ADP Workforce Now and/or Kronos Workforce Ready experience a plus
• Detail oriented, organized and be able to juggle multiple tasks and communicate effectively
• Able to work well under pressure and have a sense of urgency to make payroll deadlines
• Keep both employee data and company information confidential
• Ability to identify issues, problem solve and follow through to resolution




The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

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Perks/Benefits:

- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – benefits start the 1st day of the month following your start date 

- Company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability

- 401k Employer match - 50% on the $1, up to 6% of the employee's earnings 

- We offer flexible spending accounts (FSA) for qualified Medical, Dependent Care, Parking, or Transit expenses

- Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy, plus sick days 

- Generous Parental Leave 

- Great Work/Life Balance – We value and support each individual team member

- Quarterly company-wide “Town Hall” meetings 

- Ongoing professional development opportunities by level and function

- Your choice of Windows or Mac laptop, plus an extra screen 

- Onsite gym 

- Weekly Fooda credit

- Newly renovated office in the historic Old Main Post Office which is located close to multiple Metra and CTA options

- Employee discounts through Perkspot

- Discounts on Home Chef meal kits and at Kroger stores

- Casual dress in a fun, friendly and collaborative work environment

Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!

How We Work Together

We are humble team players. 

We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.

We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. 

We take ownership.

We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. 

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at [email protected].

Home Chef is an equal opportunity employer.

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