Recruitment & HR Administrator

Anonymous; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Who We Are

We are an innovative and progressive company established to bring together aspirational brands in the restaurant, food and beverage, media, and real estate industries. As a leading-edge business with key partners, employees, and associates, our aim is to become a global force.

We are focused on growth and are seeking a high-quality addition to our small and versatile team to support that growth moving forward.

About the Role
We're seeking an experienced and energetic team member with a strong background in restaurant and hospitality recruitment. This role is primarily focused on leading end-to-end recruitment operations (80%), while also supporting essential HR functions (20%) to help foster a positive and compliant workplace environment across our restaurant group.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment Focus (80%)

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for all restaurant positions, including front-of-house, kitchen, and management roles.
• Partner with restaurant managers to understand staffing needs and implement effective recruitment strategies.
• Build robust talent pipelines for high-volume and seasonal hiring.
• Deliver a professional and engaging candidate experience aligned with our brand values.
• Prepare and issue employment contracts (full-time, part-time, zero-hours, fixed-term).
• Conduct right-to-work checks, gather references, and ensure compliance with all recruitment-related legislation.
• Create and manage recruitment campaigns during peak trading periods.
• Support and train hiring managers on interview techniques and recruitment best practices.
• Track and report on recruitment metrics, including hiring timelines and candidate feedback.
• Represent the company at job fairs and industry hiring events to boost employer brand visibility.

HR Operations & Support (20%)

• Provide basic HR guidance to restaurant managers and staff on matters such as absence management and employment terms.
• Support with tracking absences (sickness, annual leave, parental leave) and helping managers maintain accurate staff records.
• Draft and store employment-related documents such as offer letters, policy updates, and other HR correspondence.
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of HR policies and ensure consistent application across the business.
• Act as a point of contact for escalated HR queries from management or team members.
• Support operational needs during peak periods and adapt to shifting business priorities.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Recruitment experience within the restaurant or hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of the dynamics of restaurant operations and fast-paced staffing demands.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple recruitment campaigns simultaneously.
• Solid knowledge of onboarding, right-to-work checks, and employment contracts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting HR functions in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
• CIPD or recruitment-related qualifications.

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