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 outset
• Managing headcount and labour budgets
• Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and inductions
• Driving staff engagement, welfare, and culture
• Supporting managers with ER, performance management, and development plans
• Implementing HR systems and tech across the business
• Supporting 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 experience
• Has strong knowledge of UK employment law and hospitality HR
• Can balance compliance with building a positive, high-performing culture
• Has experience managing a team and leading through change
• Holds 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