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Chicago, Il, Us

Worked with President to identify, plan, align and address training needs of approximately 10 clients.Participated in needs analysis clients, recommending, and evaluating learning and development solutions. Designed new employee orientation, training manuals, and employee handbooks.Assessed training program effectiveness and implement improvements to increase the quality of instruction through surveys and assessments.

Payroll processing, billing, finance, AP, policy assistance, tax filing reports, unemployment filings

Greater Chicago Area

Worked with Senior Management team regarding organizational structure, performance reviews, KPI's, and succession plans.Managed the Human Resources functions for 125 employees.Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.

Worked with HR Director to advise management team on recommended practices to improve employee engagement, and performance.Responsible for all employee training and performance management.Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance.Developed surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes and changes.

University Of Chicago/Higher Education

Manage the human resources functions for a food service company generating over $20 + MM in annual sales. Developed employee job descriptions and performance standards including performance appraisals, compensation and employee training. • HR liaison between corporate, local, and union leadership.• Worked closely with management team to establish HR policies and procedures. • Acted as the HR departmental trainer and certified group trainer. • Counseled management on labor and… Show more Manage the human resources functions for a food service company generating over $20 + MM in annual sales. Developed employee job descriptions and performance standards including performance appraisals, compensation and employee training. • HR liaison between corporate, local, and union leadership.• Worked closely with management team to establish HR policies and procedures. • Acted as the HR departmental trainer and certified group trainer. • Counseled management on labor and Aramark rules and policies, employee relations issues, and challenges.• Trained Aramark personnel on proper coaching and counseling of associates. Show less

Manage the human resources functions for a food service company generating over $11MM in annual sales. Accountable for associate record retention, payroll support, hiring & terminations, contract negotiations, unemployment documentation, union grievance/responses, and hourly associates’ trainings. Support a staff of 125+ full/part time union associates, and 15-20 supervisor/management team members. Teach corporate training classes, including harassment, diversity, recruitment and team building… Show more Manage the human resources functions for a food service company generating over $11MM in annual sales. Accountable for associate record retention, payroll support, hiring & terminations, contract negotiations, unemployment documentation, union grievance/responses, and hourly associates’ trainings. Support a staff of 125+ full/part time union associates, and 15-20 supervisor/management team members. Teach corporate training classes, including harassment, diversity, recruitment and team building strategies. Prepare audit reports and documents for corporate and external auditors. Serve as liaison with DePaul University/Chartwells account, local union representative(s), and our corporate office (i.e. lawyers, payroll department, labor relations, etc.). Show less

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business Administration And Management, General

Master'S Degree, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General