Thomas Cuisine
Benefits Administrator
Thomas Cuisine, Meridian, Idaho, us, 83680
Who We Are
Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".
What's in it for you
Benefits:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from!Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Leave Programs.Employee referral program.Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, mental health assistance, and more.Wage range : $55,000 - 60,000 annually
What you will do
The Benefits Administrator will play a pivotal role in supporting our organization's employee benefits programs. Working closely with the HR team, you will administer various benefits plans and assist employees with inquiries regarding their benefits packages. Your responsibilities will include enrolling new employees in benefits plans, processing changes to existing benefits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will serve as a point of contact for employees seeking information or assistance with their benefits, providing timely and accurate guidance. Your attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and commitment to exceptional customer service will be essential in ensuring that our employees receive comprehensive and competitive benefits offerings.
You will...
Manage eligibility and enrollment for insurance plans including New Hires and Life Events changes.Manage eligibility and enrollment/deferral changes for 401(k) plan for quarterly 401k open enrollments including sending out enrollment packets and importing enrollments/changes into UKG for payroll deductions.Manage the NQDC enrollment for eligible new hires and annual Open Enrollment.Process and manage funding for 401(k) and NQDC plan per pay period.Process and manage funding for HSA and FSA each pay period.Serve as primary contact for our team members who have insurance claims questions and concerns.Process all Medical Support Orders/CA State Disability Claim responses/ CA Paid Family Leave Claim responses.Balance insurance premiums for each pay date processed to ensure we are deducting correct premium amounts.Prepare monthly self-invoices for USAble Life (life insurance/STD provider) and Canopy (EAP provider).Ensure compliance with various governmental regulations including the Affordable Care Act, EEO, and State-specific PTO and/or paid sick/Family Leave Policies.Manage Healthcare Measurement Group.Assist with new hire onboarding questions when needed.Manage LOA and FMLA for all locations outside of CA, IL, and IN.Manage insurance premiums owed for those on LOA/FMLA.Manage our short-term disability policy including education to team members who request information, provide, review, and submit claim forms, work with agent/employee on claims as needed.Participate in Town Hall meetings by presenting benefit topics.Performs other tasks as necessary and appropriate when assigned.What you will need
Bachelor's degree in HR Management or related field.SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professional designations preferred.3 + years of related benefits or employee benefits administration.Familiarity with various employee benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans (401(k), pension), life insurance, disability coverage, and other voluntary benefits offered by the organization.Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing employee benefits, including but not limited to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).Proficiency in benefits administration procedures, including enrollment, eligibility determination, coverage changes, and termination processes.
Our commitment to you
At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.
REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships
Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".
What's in it for you
Benefits:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from!Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Leave Programs.Employee referral program.Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, mental health assistance, and more.Wage range : $55,000 - 60,000 annually
What you will do
The Benefits Administrator will play a pivotal role in supporting our organization's employee benefits programs. Working closely with the HR team, you will administer various benefits plans and assist employees with inquiries regarding their benefits packages. Your responsibilities will include enrolling new employees in benefits plans, processing changes to existing benefits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will serve as a point of contact for employees seeking information or assistance with their benefits, providing timely and accurate guidance. Your attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and commitment to exceptional customer service will be essential in ensuring that our employees receive comprehensive and competitive benefits offerings.
You will...
Manage eligibility and enrollment for insurance plans including New Hires and Life Events changes.Manage eligibility and enrollment/deferral changes for 401(k) plan for quarterly 401k open enrollments including sending out enrollment packets and importing enrollments/changes into UKG for payroll deductions.Manage the NQDC enrollment for eligible new hires and annual Open Enrollment.Process and manage funding for 401(k) and NQDC plan per pay period.Process and manage funding for HSA and FSA each pay period.Serve as primary contact for our team members who have insurance claims questions and concerns.Process all Medical Support Orders/CA State Disability Claim responses/ CA Paid Family Leave Claim responses.Balance insurance premiums for each pay date processed to ensure we are deducting correct premium amounts.Prepare monthly self-invoices for USAble Life (life insurance/STD provider) and Canopy (EAP provider).Ensure compliance with various governmental regulations including the Affordable Care Act, EEO, and State-specific PTO and/or paid sick/Family Leave Policies.Manage Healthcare Measurement Group.Assist with new hire onboarding questions when needed.Manage LOA and FMLA for all locations outside of CA, IL, and IN.Manage insurance premiums owed for those on LOA/FMLA.Manage our short-term disability policy including education to team members who request information, provide, review, and submit claim forms, work with agent/employee on claims as needed.Participate in Town Hall meetings by presenting benefit topics.Performs other tasks as necessary and appropriate when assigned.What you will need
Bachelor's degree in HR Management or related field.SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professional designations preferred.3 + years of related benefits or employee benefits administration.Familiarity with various employee benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans (401(k), pension), life insurance, disability coverage, and other voluntary benefits offered by the organization.Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing employee benefits, including but not limited to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).Proficiency in benefits administration procedures, including enrollment, eligibility determination, coverage changes, and termination processes.
Our commitment to you
At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.
REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships