HR Manager - Premium Restaurant Opening

HR Manager – Premium Restaurant Opening
Central London
£60,000–£65,000

 

A brand-new restaurant is opening this Autumn – and we’re looking for a hands-on HR Manager to help bring it to life. This is the UK debut for a global name, and they need someone who can take HR from zero to fully operational, ensuring the people side of the business runs smoothly from day one.

You’ll own everything HR – recruitment, onboarding, systems, compliance, training, staff engagement – the lot. One HR Officer is already in place, with the option to expand the team once the restaurant is up and running. You’ll work closely with the leadership team pre-opening and then take full ownership of the day-to-day HR operations.

Based on-site in London, with flexible hours and hybrid options, this role offers the chance to grow with the brand as they expand.

 

What you’ll be doing:

Leading all HR operations and ensuring full compliance from the outsetManaging headcount and labour budgetsOverseeing recruitment, onboarding, and inductionsDriving staff engagement, welfare, and cultureSupporting managers with ER, performance management, and development plansImplementing HR systems and tech across the businessSupporting the wider group HR team on UK-specific projects

 

We’re looking for someone who:

Is confident, proactive, and hands-on – ideally with new opening experienceHas strong knowledge of UK employment law and hospitality HRCan balance compliance with building a positive, high-performing cultureHas experience managing a team and leading through changeHolds a CIPD qualification (essential)Has experience with Harri (a definite plus)

 

If this feels like your next move – or you know someone perfect for it – drop me a message or send your CV to kate@corecruitment.com