Human Resources Assistant

LSG Sky Chefs, Inc.

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  Des Plaines, Illinois
  
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PERMANENT

Updated 04/09/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Job Description

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Posting Start Date:

9/18/26

Job Title:

Human Resources Assistant

Job Location:

Des Plaines-USA-60016

Work Location Type:

On-Site

Salary Range:

$16.03 - 24.35 per hour

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation's leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America's first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

Role Purpose Statement

The Human Resources Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for new and existing employees, providing support across a wide range of HR functions. This role is responsible for maintaining employee records, processing timesheets, administering benefits programs, and responding to employee inquiries. The HR Assistant helps ensure a positive employee experience by addressing questions and concerns while providing guidance on company policies and procedures.

Additionally, the role supports the administration and management of Human Resources policies and practices, ensures compliance with federal and state employment laws, assists with employee relations matters, and coordinates local recruiting activities. The Human Resources Assistant plays a key role in maintaining accurate HR documentation, supporting talent acquisition efforts, and contributing to overall workforce engagement and compliance.

Main Accountabilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for employee questions and onboarding support.
  
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
  
• Process timesheets, benefits enrollment, and other personnel transactions.
  
• Assist with the administration of HR policies, procedures, and programs.
  
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company employment regulations.
  
• Support employee relations activities and resolve routine HR issues.
  
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring processes at the local unit.
  
• Support HR initiatives that promote employee engagement and operational effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-4 years of experience in human resources recruiting required

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Ability to work with minimal supervision, interact with all levels of management and maintain strict confidentiality

Strong analytical, verbal, written, interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment with large groups - must be flexible

Bi-lingual English/Spanish required

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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