Job Description
Posting Start Date:
7/13/26
Job Title: Human Resources Assistant
Job Location: Portland-USA-97218
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $17.56 - 26.67 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.
The Opportunity
This is a hands-on HR support role where you’ll be the go-to person for employees and new hires. You’ll help bring new employees on board, keep records organized and compliant, and make sure people get clear, timely answers to their questions.
You’re the person who makes HR feel approachable, responsive, and efficient.
What You’ll Do
- Be the first point of contact for employees with questions about benefits, policies, or HR processes
- Take ownership of the onboarding process by coordinating background checks, fingerprinting, and drug testing (DOT and non-DOT), while ensuring I‑9s are completed accurately and maintained in full compliance with federal requirements to set new hires up for success from day one
- Process employee status changes such as terminations, including documentation and paycheck coordination
- Help manage disability claims, ADA accommodations, and support related documentation and tracking
- Keep employee files accurate, organized, and up to date, including doctor’s notes, disability paperwork, and other employment records
- Support day-to-day HR operations and escalate issues when needed
- Assist with audits, compliance checks, and required documentation
- Help coordinate employee events, recognition efforts, and trainings
- Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive information
- Work on-site in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where priorities can shift quickly
What We’re Looking For in a Candidate
- 1–3 years of experience in HR support or administrative roles
- Experience in environments like hospitality, manufacturing, airline operations, or food service is a plus
- Strong organization skills, you can track multiple tasks without things slipping through the cracks
- Clear, professional communication and a natural ability to build trust with employees
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office and HR systems (ATS/HRIS experience is a plus)
- Familiarity with onboarding, background checks, drug testing, or benefits support is helpful
- A positive, helpful attitude and a genuine interest in supporting others
SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.