Hr administrator - junior role

Gourmet Food Parlour; Dublin; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts across Gourmet Food

Employee Assistance Programme

Friendly and supportive working env.

Job summary

Gourmet Food Parlour is seeking an enthusiastic HR Administrator to join our Santry Head Office. This junior role supports day-to-day HR activities across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contracts, and records management.

You will work closely with the HR Manager, help maintain GDPR-compliant files, assist with training tracking, and contribute to improving HR processes as the business grows. This is a great entry point for a recent graduate aiming to build a long-term HR career.

Qualifications

• HR qualification (degree/diploma) required or desirable.
• Recent graduates welcome to apply.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Professional and discreet handling of confidential information.
• Proactive, task-oriented and a team player.
• Interest in developing a long-term HR career.

Responsibilities

• Assist with onboarding, employment contracts and required documentation for new starters.
• Maintain accurate employee records across HR systems and files.
• Manage resignations, annual leave, protected leave and contract changes.
• Prepare employment letters, HR correspondence and reports.
• Respond to routine employee and manager queries; escalate complex matters.
• Monitor employee training completion and follow up on outstanding requirements.
• Track documentation and employment-permission expiry dates, flag issues to HR Manager.
• Assist with GDPR-compliant records and employee processes.
• Support HR meetings, communications and wider team initiatives.
• Contribute to improving HR processes as the business grows.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

MS Office

Learn new systems

Discretion with confidential info

Proactive and team player

Interest in HR career

Education

HR qualification (degree/diploma)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

HR Administrator - Junior Role

Gourmet Food Parlour is a vibrant, Irish-owned hospitality group with a growing portfolio of restaurants, cafes and catering businesses. We pride ourselves on delivering great food and exceptional customer experiences, supported by a dedicated team across all areas of our business. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an enthusiastic and organised HR Administrator to join our HR team at our Santry Head Office.

Reporting directly to the HR Manager, the HR Administrator will support the day-to-day running of the HR department, assisting with a wide range of activities across the employee lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their HR career to gain practical experience, develop their knowledge and build a strong foundation for future progression within the business.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration

• Assist with the administration of new starters, including onboarding, employment contracts and the collection and checking of required documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records across HR systems and personnel files.
• Manage employee administration relating to resignations, annual leave, protected leave and contract changes.
• Prepare employment letters, HR correspondence and reports as required.
• Respond to routine employee and manager queries, escalating more complex matters to the HR Manager.

Training and Compliance

• Monitor employee training completion and follow up on outstanding requirements.
• Track documentation and employment-permission expiry dates, flagging any issues to the HR Manager.
• Assist with maintaining accurate records in line with company procedures and GDPR requirements.
• Support the administration of uniforms, onboarding checklists and other employee-related processes.

Communication and Team Support

• Build positive working relationships with employees and managers across our various locations.
• Assist with HR meetings, internal communications, newsletters and company initiatives.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR Manager and wider HR team.
• Contribute to improving HR processes and supporting projects as the business continues to grow.

Qualifications And Skills

• A qualification in Human Resources, such as a degree, diploma or other relevant HR qualification.
• Previous administrative experience would be an advantage, but applications from recent graduates looking to begin their HR career are welcome.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and the ability to learn new systems.
• A professional and approachable manner, with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• A proactive attitude, with the ability to manage tasks, follow up on outstanding items and work effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in HR.

Benefits

• Excellent opportunity for career growth and professional development within HR.
• Hands-on experience across a broad range of HR activities.
• Support and guidance from an experienced HR Manager.
• Opportunity to take on additional responsibilities and develop your skills as the business grows.
• Employee discounts across Gourmet Food Parlour locations.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.

Gourmet Food Parlour is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who are enthusiastic about starting or developing their HR career and becoming part of our growing team.