HR Generalist

About Abby’s:

Abby’s Catering has been providing one-of-a-kind culinary and hospitality experience since opening in 1980. Our customers are high profile passengers visiting or residing in Houston. Celebrities, government officials, head of states, secretaries, industry leaders, all traveling out of Houston aboard private, corporate, and commercial aircraft are part of Abby’s valued circle of customers. Abby’s also provides exclusive gourmet delights for corporate offices, private and corporate events as well as food service management contracts.

Join Our Team as an HR Generalist:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist to deliver comprehensive HR support across payroll, benefits administration, and recruitment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance, enhancing employee experience, and supporting operational excellence in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.

Reports to: Director of Human Resources

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time.
• Audit timecards for PTO, missed punches, and corrections.
• Manage payroll adjustments including garnishments, retro pay, and bonuses.
• Maintain payroll records in accordance with company policies and labor laws.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related questions.
• Support open enrollment and employee education initiatives.
• Reconcile monthly benefits invoices and ensure accurate payroll deductions.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, ERISA, and ACA regulations.
• Source candidates through job boards, referrals, and direct outreach.
• Conduct phone screens, coordinate interviews, and support hiring managers.
• Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruitment metrics.
• Coordinate onboarding schedules and ensure a seamless new hire experience.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and coordinate with third-party administrators.
• Track injury reports and maintain OSHA 300/301 logs.
• Support return-to-work plans and modified duty assignments.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and related safety documentation.
• Partner with Operations on toolbox talks and safety compliance audits.

Core Values and How to Exemplify Them:

• Customer Driven: Provide exceptional service to both internal and external customers by being responsive, approachable, and attentive to their needs. Ensure new hires feel welcomed and supported from day one.

• Accountability: Take ownership of the recruitment and onboarding process, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on time. Hold yourself and others accountable for meeting hiring goals and maintaining high standards.

• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with colleagues and department managers to achieve common goals. Foster a team-oriented environment where everyone works together to support new hires and improve the overall recruitment process.

• Competitiveness: Strive to attract the best talent in the industry by staying informed about market trends and continuously improving recruitment strategies. Demonstrate a competitive spirit in achieving hiring targets and enhancing the company’s reputation as an employer of choice.

• Honesty: Maintain transparency and integrity throughout the recruitment process. Provide honest feedback to candidates and colleagues, and ensure all communications are clear and truthful.

Our Mission:

“To continue to be the leading in-flight and corporate catering company serving the Houston & Dallas Metro market by using locally sourced and sustainable raw ingredients, providing the most memorable and personalized attention to detail all while maintaining a fiscally sound budget and complying with the highest food safety standards.”

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of HR experience with a focus on payroll and benefits.
• Proficiency in Paylocity required; Paycor experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and other labor regulations.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English strongly preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail, confidentiality, and follow-through.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.