Three Stone Hearth. Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities at Three Stone Hearth

About Three Stone Hearth

Three Stone Hearth was founded in 2006 and is a Berkeley-based worker-owner cooperative that produces, packages and sells a weekly menu of healthy, nutrient-dense, home-style prepared foods for sale online (for pick-up or delivery), in our Brick & Mortar store, at farmers markets and via bulk sales.

Working at Three Stone Hearth is a great opportunity for engagement in meaningful work, skill development and personal growth. It is a demanding environment, and a rewarding one. Our goal is to build a successful, sustainable business, and cultivate a thriving community within our walls.

About the Workplace

We are committed to creating a self-directed and self-managing workplace, which is always evolving. In 2013, we adopted Holacracy as our "operating system" as a governance structure for organizing our work, which is designed to decentralize authority, raise transparency and encourage full participation. We're looking for people who are excited by this opportunity to participate in a progressive workplace, personal and professional development and a potential path to worker-ownership.

COVID DETAILS

Mask usage within our workplace is now optional when working in our building. Specific criteria that all workers agree to defines when a mask requirement may be reinstated. We have a company Covid protocol that all workers must agree to follow.

Specific employment opportunities are listed below. Please read through the entire "position overview" prior to applying. To apply, email hiring@threestonehearth.com

Interested applicants should send a current resume and cover letter. Please DO NOT CALL, do not leave phone messages and do not drop in. We will only consider candidates that contact us through email. Email should include a basic introduction and a little about yourself, your email, phone number and your current resume. ALL positions are classified as non-exempt.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

Human Resources (HR) and Administration Duties Overview

The Human Resources Generalist energizes this company role and is responsible for running the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) circle. In collaboration with the leads of company circles (i.e. departments) and staff assigned to HR roles, develop, improve, and maintain procedures, protocols, and documentation relating to the company’s HR needs, including but not limited to hiring, role descriptions, benefits plans administration, backup payroll processing support, onboarding and exit processes, safety programs, feedback processes, keeping company in compliance vis-a-vis local, state and federal HR policies. This may also include safety and anti-harassment training and professional licensure.

Key Responsibilities

Hiring Supports the hiring process for any circle, helps formulate or updates role descriptions, posting the roles, sourcing applicants, coordinating interviews and reference checks, scheduling tryouts, making offers and coordinating wage offers with Finance, advising any workers who participate in the hiring process.

On- and Off-board Employees Complete on-boarding/new hire orientation and paperwork and off-boarding procedures in a timely manner. Create and maintain new hire and personnel files, ensure accurate maintenance of all employee records and files.

Coordinate staff reviews Provide support to Lead Links to ensure 6-week reviews and other Company reviews are completed in a timely manner.

Payroll Understands payroll process and system, and serves as backup Company Payroll Processor.

Benefits Administration/Contracts Maintain workflows to efficiently administer and manage employee benefits, including: track eligibility for employee benefits, enrolling and onboarding newly eligible employees in a timely manner; ensure that worker’s compensation, company insurances, health, life and auto insurance policies are organized, current, and renewed in a timely manner with insurance brokerage; COBRA requirements and other legally-required notifications are properly handled; provide support to workers in understanding benefits. Reviews, approves and submits insurance invoices to Bookkeeper for timely processing.

Maintain and update company employee handbook Keep up to date on any employment law changes; ensure that company and legal policies and employment labor laws are clearly documented and communicated to staff.

Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution Support Inform/train on basic conflict resolution skills regarding issues related to sensitive HR conversations; Support Conflict Resolution process with facilitation/meditation as needed; advise on issues related to sensitive HR conversations with staff, and on internal investigations as needed; maintain documents that capture the ER or CR output facts and resolution to the conflict. Coordinate and document situations that involve company policy violations and any disciplinary actions up to and including termination of employment with Company Boundaries role holders.

Company Safety role Coordinating with all circles regarding safety; Supporting other safety roles; Auditing safety procedures; Maintain IIPP (Illness and Injury Prevention Program) document and Emergency Action Plan for the Company; Recording and submitting Cal/OSHA workplace safety documentation; Organizes CPR/First Aid training for group representatives; Plans/organizes company emergency drills as needed.
Covid-19 Keep up to date on Federal, State, Local regulations and county health department case levels; maintain and update company Covid-19 protocol with Covid team role holders; respond to employee reports of illness providing guidance on testing; isolation and return to work timelines, maintain and submit required reports as necessary.

On-site Responsibilities

Ongoing administrative tasks include:

Answering phones
Attending staff meetings as needed
Maintain and update Google calendar for Schedule Changes/Vacation/Time Away, events, etc.
Maintain Google Workspace Employee TSH email addresses and internal email groups
Performs other duties as needed

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Two-years of experience as a Human Resource generalist or HR administrator
Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of administrative experience
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality with respect to HR issues
Excellent attention to detail
Highly organized; capacity to develop workflows and organize files for recurring/repeating systems
Strong computer skills, including Google Workspace and email, and the capacity to quickly learn and master new systems
Strong time management skills; capacity to work on multiple projects in a day, shifting focus and re-prioritizing work as appropriate
Strong written skills with the ability to effectively document procedures and systems
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication and negotiation skills, emphasizing a direct, articulate, clear and friendly manner in emails and conversations

Required Personal Attributes

Enthusiasm for Three Stone Hearth’s values, including sustainability, community, and health
Capacity to thrive in cooperative organization with a shared leadership structure
Team player, with good relationship-building skills; this position will need to foster and maintain good working relationships

Physical Requirements

Ability to work at a computer and sit for extended periods of time
Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds

Familiarity Preferred

Familiarity or experience working in a cooperative
Familiarity with principles of food sustainability, including principles of Weston A Price Foundation

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (for staff working 30+ hours/week)
Life, Long Term Disability and AD&D insurance (for staff working 20+ hours/week)
Nutrient-dense staff lunch
Employee discounts on our housemade and retail products
CalSavers Retirement Plan

Compensation

$24.00 - $26.00 starting hourly salary plus benefits noted above

Status: Non-exempt position

Schedule

We are looking for someone interested in working at least half time (20 - 24 hours during the Monday through Friday work week) with an understanding that there is fluctuation in Human Resources cycles, but we are open to other schedules based on the applicant’s circumstances and experience. Applicant will need to be available on-call for unique time-sensitive HR needs.

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Dishwasher Position Overview

Three Stone Hearth is seeking an experienced full-time Dishwasher. The Dishwasher is responsible for proper cleaning and storage of all dishware, cookware, kitchen tools and equipment, and packaging and delivery materials, as well as supporting the organization and maintenance of the facility to include sanitizing, bathrooms, floor cleaning and other janitorial tasks. Tasks include maintaining the organization of cleaning materials and supplies, handling recycling, garbage and composting materials, and processing kitchen laundry.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

At least 6 months experience working in a commercial kitchen or equivalent, preferred.
Food Handler’s Certification upon hire.
Commitment to cleanliness, hygiene, safety and sanitation.
Ability to safely use industrial dishwashing equipment.
Good time management skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Highly organized; capacity to multitask, set priorities, and respond quickly to changing needs.
Co-operative experience is a plus!

Required Personal Attributes

High level of professionalism.
Upbeat, flexible, team player, with good communication and relationship-building skills.
Attendance and punctuality is required.
Ability to be patient in a diverse environment with co-workers of varying skills levels.
Familiarity with Holacracy is appreciated but not required.

Physical Requirements

Excellent manual dexterity.
Ability to work safely with hot liquids.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule

Schedule is 9:30 - 5:30pm Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and possibly Tuesday

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (for staff working 30+ hours/week)
Life, Long Term Disability and AD&D insurance (for staff working 20+ hours/week)
Nutrient-dense staff lunch
Employee discounts on our housemade and retail products
Clipper Card Direct

Compensation

$19.61 (starting rate) - $21.25 plus benefits noted above.

To apply, email hiring@threestonehearth.com Interested applicants should send a current resume and cover letter. Please DO NOT CALL, do not leave phone messages and do not drop in. We will only consider candidates that contact us through email. Email should include a basic introduction and a little about yourself, your email, phone number and your current resume.

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