At True Food Kitchen, we are purveyors of nourishment for the wellness-aware. We believe that living well isn’t just about eating the right food, but about sharing it with the right people. At our restaurants, guests are presented with the opportunity to enjoy meals without compromise. Working at True Food Kitchen is unlike anything else you’ve experienced before. Since our menu is a journey into a new way of eating, those who prepare, present and serve the food are key to telling our story. Our family of chefs, managers, cooks, servers, bartenders, hosts, dishwashers and more are the key ingredients to our growth and success. Join our growing team and we’ll show you how passionate we are about making your career goals come TRUE.

Position Summary

As the Benefits Manager, you will interact with and support restaurant management and corporate office team members to ensure enrollment and accurate completion of benefits for all employees.  Will work with the Benefits providers to constantly improve in packages.   Will be responsible for all benefits compliance and reporting.  Will manage administration and lead the communication of all benefits programs such as Med/Dental/Vision, Disability, Worker’s Compensation, COBRA, LOAs, FMLA, etc.  Will work directly with the company’s leadership team and it’s contracted benefits consulting team to develop, design, communicate and administer TFK’s benefits package.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Prepares, analyzes and summarizes the 1095-C report, government agency-required reports and any other ad hoc reporting.
• Manages the annual open enrollment processes which includes recommending changes or improvements to the benefits packages ensuring compliance with all government rules and regulations and ensures all benefits documents are updated accordingly on the intranet as changes occur.
• Leads the Quarterly Benefits Committee meetings to update the leadership team on the benefit plan claims activity, enrollment, suggested plan design changes, etc.
• Communicates the benefits programs, orients new employees and resolves employee questions and problems by interpreting benefits policies and procedures.
• Administers COBRA process for eligible individuals
• Administers the firm’s FMLA policy and associated records including the medical files.
• Serves as liaison with all of the firm’s benefits brokers and all the vendors for various benefits programs.
• Evaluates and ensures timely payment of all invoices related to benefits.
• Administer the 401(k) and Deferred Compensation Plans.  Assist in the 401(k) annual audit. 
• Responsible for working with benefits consultant to complete timely filings of the annual 5500’s
• Manages the Workers Compensation claims, Lead the Annual Workers Comp Audit
• Acts as a back-up for Payroll processing as needed
• Experience with administering benefits thru Paycom a plus

Additional Skills Needed:

• Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain relationships with others.
• Ability to speak and engage with large groups of people.
• Highly organized and efficient.
• Strong follow-through with high level of attention to detail.
• The ability to develop and apply comprehensive planning and organizing strategies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong HRIS benefits administration experience (Paycom experience is a plus).

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree or B.S. or B.A. from an accredited University
• CBP or CEBS strongly preferred
• 2+ years in a benefits leadership role
• 4+ years in a benefits administration role

• Competitive Pay + Bonus Incentive
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• 5 Day Work Week
• Paid Time Off
• Dining Discount 
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Fun Work Vibe