HR Officer/HR Generalist

JOB SUMMARY

The HR Officer will serve as the primary Human Resources and Administrative partner of the company, overseeing end-to-end HR functions and general administrative operations. As a one-person team, this role requires a high level of independence, initiative, and flexibility to support a fast-paced startup environment in the Food & Beverage (F&B) industry. The HR Officer ensures compliance with Philippine labor laws, drives recruitment and retention strategies, develops policies, and maintains smooth day-to-day operations of the office and people management functions.

Recruitment & Staffing

• Manage end-to-end recruitment: job postings, screening, interviews, job offers, and onboarding.
• Develop talent pipelines for F&B operations (frontline staff, chefs, supervisors, etc.) and support staff.
• Conduct background checks, pre-employment requirements processing, and contract preparation.

Compensation & Benefits Administration

• Process payroll accurately and on time, including statutory deductions (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, BIR).
• Maintain employee records, leave credits, and attendance.
• Handle government-mandated reports and ensure compliance with DOLE requirements.

Policy Development & Compliance

• Draft, implement, and update HR and Admin policies (Code of Conduct, Attendance, Leave, Benefits, House Rules).
• Ensure compliance with Philippine labor laws and DOLE regulations.
• Advise management on labor relations, disciplinary actions, and employee concerns.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as the first point of contact for employee concerns and grievances.
• Organize employee engagement programs, training sessions, and health & wellness initiatives.
• Support management in fostering a safe, inclusive, and positive workplace culture.

Administrative & Office Management

• Oversee office supplies, vendor coordination, permits, and other administrative requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing systems (digital and physical).
• Support operations through administrative logistics for meetings, events, and external coordination.

Training & Development

• Assess training needs and coordinate relevant programs (e.g., food safety, customer service, workplace behavior).
• Track training attendance and evaluation results.
• Support compliance with mandatory training (e.g., Mental Health DO 208-20).

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years HR and Admin experience, preferably in F&B, retail, or startup environment.
• Strong background in Philippine Labor Laws and HR compliance.
• Experience handling end-to-end recruitment and payroll independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office, HRIS systems, and payroll processing tools.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• High adaptability, initiative, and ability to work with minimal supervision.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Integrity and confidentiality.
• Professionalism and accountability.
• Resilience and resourcefulness in a startup environment.
• Collaborative yet independent working style.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office-based, with occasional site visits to restaurant/store operations.
• Fast-paced startup environment with multitasking demands.
• May be required to extend work hours during peak periods (e.g., payroll cutoff, urgent hiring).