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Senior HR Generalist

Gordon Food Service
United States, Michigan, Brighton
May 07, 2026
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you... Senior HR Generalist \| Brighton, MI Location: Onsite - Brighton, MI Why Join the Gordon Food Service Team? At Gordon Food Service (GFS), we don't just fill positions; we build a culture. As a Senior HR Generalist, you aren't just an administrator-you are a culture-shaper, a strategic advisor, and a champion for our most valuable asset: our people. Working onsite at our Brighton, MI office, you will have your finger on the pulse of the organization, providing expert-level consultation that drives our success from the inside out. The Impact You'll Make You will serve as a high-level partner to our leadership team, ensuring the GFS "Open Door" culture isn't just a policy, but a daily reality. Your expertise will span the entire employee lifecycle: Leadership Catalyst: Educate and coach leaders through our Leadership Development initiatives. You won't just track training; you'll facilitate the growth of our future leaders and high-potential talent. Employee Advocacy & Relations: Act as a trusted advisor, navigating complex employee relations with empathy and fairness while promoting a high-performance culture. You will champion retention by conducting stay and exit interviews, identifying trends, and using that feedback to continuously improve the employee experience. Total Rewards Stewardship: Be the local expert on compensation, benefits, and wellness initiatives, ensuring our team feels valued and supported in their professional and personal lives. Operational Excellence: Use data-driven insights to influence business decisions and streamline absence management (FMLA/Workers Comp). What You Bring to the Table Expert Communication: You have a gift for communicating and the ability to translate complex HR policies into actionable advice. Cultural Competence: You possess a deep understanding of employment laws and a passion for fostering an inclusive, compliant, and thriving workplace. Problem-Solving Prowess: You don't just identify issues; you develop creative, scalable solutions for challenges of all sizes. Experience & Qualifications 4 or more years of HR experience, ideally within a large-scale distribution or corporate environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience A "people-first" mindset with the professional rigor to handle sensitive investigations and organizational changes Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field required Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) or Professional Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred Ready to lead the way in Brighton? Join a team where your expertise creates a tangible impact every single day. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Senior HR Generalist \| Brighton, MI Location: Onsite - Brighton, MI Why Join the Gordon Food Service Team? At Gordon Food Service (GFS), we don't just fill positions; we build a culture. As a Senior HR Generalist, you aren't just an administrator-you are a culture-shaper, a strategic advisor, and a champion for our most valuable asset: our people. Working onsite at our Brighton, MI office, you will have your finger on the pulse of the organization, providing expert-level consultation that drives our success from the inside out. The Impact You'll Make You will serve as a high-level partner to our leadership team, ensuring the GFS "Open Door" culture isn't just a policy, but a daily reality. Your expertise will span the entire employee lifecycle: Leadership Catalyst: Educate and coach leaders through our Leadership Development initiatives. You won't just track training; you'll facilitate the growth of our future leaders and high-potential talent. Employee Advocacy & Relations: Act as a trusted advisor, navigating complex employee relations with empathy and fairness while promoting a high-performance culture. You will champion retention by conducting stay and exit interviews, identifying trends, and using that feedback to continuously improve the employee experience. Total Rewards Stewardship: Be the local expert on compensation, benefits, and wellness initiatives, ensuring our team feels valued and supported in their professional and personal lives. Operational Excellence: Use data-driven insights to influence business decisions and streamline absence management (FMLA/Workers Comp). What You Bring to the Table Expert Communication: You have a gift for communicating and the ability to translate complex HR policies into actionable advice. Cultural Competence: You possess a deep understanding of employment laws and a passion for fostering an inclusive, compliant, and thriving workplace. Problem-Solving Prowess: You don't just identify issues; you develop creative, scalable solutions for challenges of all sizes. Experience & Qualifications 4 or more years of HR experience, ideally within a large-scale distribution or corporate environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience A "people-first" mindset with the professional rigor to handle sensitive investigations and organizational changes Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field required Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) or Professional Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred Ready to lead the way in Brighton? Join a team where your expertise creates a tangible impact every single day. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US! Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line. All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.