Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada's leading full service restaurant company. Home to such iconic brands as Swiss Chalet, Harvey's, St.Hubert, The Keg, Montana's, Olive Garden Canada, Kelseys, Bier Markt, East Side Mario's, The Landing Restaurant Group, New York Fries, The Pickle Barrel & Catering, State & Main, Elephant & Castle, Original Joe's, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, The Burger's Priest, Blanco Cantina and Anejo. With this diverse portfolio of restaurants our Home Office Teammates have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of some of the most popular, well-loved brands in Canada. Variety isn't the only thing we offer – we are passionate about our industry, we celebrate and support diversity of thought, we are innately curious and encourage our Teammates to take ownership. Above all else, we believe in doing the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet.

The Specialist, HR Compliance will ensure Recipe's comprehensive adherence to all relevant employment, health and safety, and immigration legislation and internal policies. This role plays a critical part in mitigating risk, fostering a safe and compliant workplace, and strategically supporting the recruitment and retention of international talent by navigating complex immigration processes.

What you will do in this role:

Employee Relations Compliance:

• Track and report employee vacation and lieu days and ensure compliance with legislation
• Report on core policy sign off and ensure compliance
• Working with Recipe's vendor, monitor our Recipe Ethics hotline and ensure appropriate resolution
• Support HRBP, Corporate HR and Health & Safety with policy updates and implementation

Health & Safety:

• Assist with the planning, development, implementation, coordination, evaluation and updating of Recipe's health and safety policies, procedures and programs
• Assist with the development of annual health and safety plans for the company based on a full review of health and safety related needs with the HRBP, Corporate HR and Health & Safety (assessment of hazards, analysis of database, audits, changing legislation and best practices) as required by all regulatory bodies
• Review occupational health and safety legislation, amendments, and best practices to optimize occupational health and safety programs
• Stay current with health and safety legislative requirements and best practices in the field and make recommendations to the HRBP, Corporate HR and Health & Safety
• Coordinate and ensure compliance of internal and external training on required safety matters and assist in the development of rollout programs (ie. WHMIS, First Aid, etc.)
• Work with Recipe's vendor to complete reports on WSIB/WCB incidents and injuries, lost time injuries, health-related absenteeism and other occupational health and safety information
• Liaise with Recipe's vendor, HRBP and restaurant manager to ensure that RTW plans are created and that accommodation is granted where required
• From the direction of the HRBP, Corporate HR and Health & Safety, create and maintain any safety related forms or materials on the central HR site (including H&S orientation, JHSC forms etc.)
• Act as a resource to or serve as a member on the Office Joint Health and Safety Committee, assisting and providing information and responses
• Create and manage health and safety audit for restaurants assisting and providing information and responses
• Create and manage health and safety audit for restaurants

International Talent:

• Stay up-to-date with government regulations and policy surrounding immigration and interpret the change impact to teammate experience
• Create and maintain resources/tools on the central HR site for franchisees, HRBPs and restaurant managers
• Advise HRBPs on options to retain international talent (including cost, limitations, advantages, risk, etc.)
• Report on teammate demographic, retention of temporary residents, SIN expiry dates, etc.
• Maintain all government accounts related to immigration (including, Employer Portal, LMIA Portal, Job Bank, etc.)
• Own the end-to-end process of various applications such as LMIA, PNP, IMP, etc.
• Ensure all work locations are in compliance with IRCC and Service Canada standards
• Work with multiple stakeholders to ensure all required information for applications are delivered on time
• Update our payroll/HRIS to ensure the latest information for temporary residents are recorded
• Manage relationships with vendors to ensure compliance, accuracy, timeliness and cost efficiency
• Investigate claims of non-compliance and IRCC audit checks
• Compose announcements for franchisees and operations to stay ahead of immigration and international talent information

What we are looking for from you:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety management, federal, provincial, and municipal regulations/legislation, the Workplace Safety & Insurance Act, the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations and applicable Human Rights
• Knowledge of WSIB/WCB/STD/LTD processes and procedures, including WSIB/WCB related legislation
• Knowledge of residential statuses and their ability to work
• Strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, integrity, and accountability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically G-Suite
• Preferred but not required to have project management experience

What's in it for you?

• Flexible/Hybrid work environment
• You'd be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters
• You'd be a part of Canada's largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation
• 20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands
• A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect
• Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada's most iconic restaurant brands
• Industry-leading benefits, wellness programs, and total rewards programs

Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone.

Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. For individuals that require accommodations please contact [email protected].