Benefits Specialist
Full Time • Sun Holdings Corporate
Responsive recruiter
Sun Holdings is one of the largest franchise organizations in the U.S., proudly supporting over 1,300 restaurant locations across 31 states. We provide franchise management services to some of America's most beloved brands, including Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Cantina Laredo, Freebirds, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno, and Uncle Julio’s.
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Job Summary:
We are currently seeking a Benefits Assistant to join our team and support our employees. As a Benefits Assistant, you will track benefit deadlines and assist employees with benefit claims. Your core duties will be to inform employees about our employee benefits, such as health and dental insurance, life insurance, and retirement funds, among others. Additional responsibilities will include answering employees’ queries and concerns, and maintaining the benefits and compensation database accurately and up to date.
What You’ll Get (Benefits):
- Competitive Pay – Your talent and hard work won’t go unnoticed.
- Health & Wellness Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans to keep you and your family feeling your best.
- 401(k) & HSA Match – Helping you invest in your future (and putting more back in your wallet).
- Paid Training – We set you up for success from day one.
- Generous Time Off – Up to 16 paid vacation and sick days, plus 7 company holidays to recharge and reset.
- Free Meals on Duty – Pick your favorite from 6 nearby brand locations—we’ve got lunch covered.
- Perk-Spot Discounts – National savings on everything from travel to tech, plus exclusive deals at our own restaurants.
- Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday with our Earned Wage app.
- Career Growth – We’re growing fast, and we love to promote from within.
- And more good stuff – Because working with us should feel rewarding every day.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):
As a key member of our benefits team, you’ll help ensure our employees fully understand and enjoy the benefits available to them. You’ll determine eligibility, guide team members through the enrollment process, and provide timely support when questions or issues arise. Day-to-day, you’ll handle benefits transactions like enrollments, terminations, and claims, keeping our records accurate and up to date while maintaining strict confidentiality. You’ll work closely with payroll to ensure contributions and deductions run smoothly, and you’ll create and manage reports and documentation that comply with federal, state, and vendor requirements. Ultimately, you’ll be the trusted resource employees turn to for clarity, support, and expertise regarding their benefits.
As a key member of our benefits team, you’ll help ensure our employees fully understand and enjoy the benefits available to them. You’ll determine eligibility, guide team members through the enrollment process, and provide timely support when questions or issues arise. Day-to-day, you’ll handle benefits transactions like enrollments, terminations, and claims, keeping our records accurate and up to date while maintaining strict confidentiality. You’ll work closely with payroll to ensure contributions and deductions run smoothly, and you’ll create and manage reports and documentation that comply with federal, state, and vendor requirements. Ultimately, you’ll be the trusted resource employees turn to for clarity, support, and expertise regarding their benefits.
What You’ll Bring (Requirements):
- High School diploma or equivalent GED
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional customer-focused interpersonal skills and a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
- 1 year of experience working in an Insurance or Benefits Role preferred.
- Familiarity with HIPAA, FMLA, Medicare, and other state and federal regulations preferred.
Ready to get started? Apply today and join a team that’s making a big impact—one location at a time.
Curious about who we are? Check us out at www.sunholdings.net.
At Sun Holdings, we’re committed to providing a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for our team and the guests we serve. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Sun Holdings was founded in 1997 by Guillermo Perales, funded by an SBA loan, and provides world-class management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. Brands serviced include over 1,200 Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno and Uncle Julio's locations in over 30 states. The collective portfolio of brands makes up one of the largest franchisee organizations in the U.S.
Mission
Mission
Our mission is to create great locations and facilities, so each unit operates at maximum potential. Our goal is to satisfy our customers' demands and exceed expectations for the products and services each brand offers. As we continue to expand, we want to hire dedicated staff and run a proficient business.
Vision
Vision
To be the nation’s leading retail and restaurant management-services company in total sales, operational metrics, customer satisfaction, and unit-level economics.
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401(K)
Health Insurance
Vision & Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
FREE Brand Meals