HR Executive

DESIGNATION: HR Executive

Department: Human Resources Industry: Restaurant Group ( Minimum 1 Year Restaurant/Hospitality Experience) Reports To: HR Manager / HR Director

Job Purpose

The HR Executive is responsible for supporting and managing the day-to-day human resources operations across the restaurant group, ensuring effective HR practices, employee engagement, workforce management, and compliance with applicable UAE labour laws and regulations.

The role involves supporting restaurant operations, managing the employee lifecycle, implementing performance management processes, and ensuring consistent HR policies and procedures across all outlets and corporate departments.

Key Responsibilities1. Recruitment & Manpower Planning

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment activities for restaurant outlets, central kitchen, and head office positions.
• Manage job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and selection processes.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Maintain an updated manpower plan and recruitment tracker.
• Ensure timely recruitment to support restaurant operational requirements.

1. Performance Management

• Coordinate the annual and periodic employee performance appraisal process.
• Implement and monitor KPIs and performance objectives across restaurant outlets and departments.
• Support department heads and restaurant managers in evaluating employee performance.
• Identify performance gaps and coordinate Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
• Monitor probationary reviews and ensure timely performance assessments.
• Support employee development, succession planning, and talent retention initiatives.

1. HR Operations & Administration

• Maintain and update employee records, personnel files, and HR databases.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, warning letters, and other HR documentation.
• Monitor employee attendance, leave, overtime, and absenteeism.
• Coordinate monthly payroll inputs, salary adjustments, deductions, and employee benefits.
• Manage employee onboarding, transfers, promotions, resignations, and exit procedures.
• Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of all HR documentation.

1. HR Compliance & Labour Law

• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and all applicable government regulations.
• Monitor employee visa, work permit, Emirates ID, and labour contract documentation in coordination with relevant departments.
• Ensure compliance with company HR policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain proper documentation relating to employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with working hours, overtime, annual leave, sick leave, and end-of-service requirements.
• Coordinate HR audits and ensure employee records are maintained in accordance with legal requirements.
• Advise management on HR compliance matters and highlight potential employment-related risks.

1. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Handle employee queries, concerns, grievances, and workplace issues.
• Support managers in disciplinary procedures and employee investigations.
• Promote a positive working environment across all restaurant outlets.
• Coordinate employee engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives.
• Support conflict resolution and maintain effective communication between employees and management.

1. Training & Development

• Identify training needs in coordination with restaurant and department managers.
• Coordinate employee induction, operational training, and management development programmes.
• Maintain training records and monitor training effectiveness.
• Support career development and internal promotion initiatives.

1. HR Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare monthly HR reports covering headcount, turnover, absenteeism, recruitment, and employee movements.
• Monitor employee turnover and retention across restaurant outlets.
• Track probation reviews, performance appraisals, and training completion.
• Provide HR data and insights to support management decision-making.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably within the restaurant, hospitality, or retail industry.
• Good knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience in recruitment, payroll coordination, employee relations, and performance management.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR management systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-outlet operational environment.

Pay: Up to AED5,000.00 per month

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Quick service & fast food restaurant: 1 year (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person