Role & responsibilities 1. Recruitment and Staffing: Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract and hire qualified candidates for all restaurant positions, including chefs, service staff, supervisors, and managerial roles. Conduct interviews, assess candidate skills and fit, and manage the entire hiring process. Manage the hiring records and maintain an updated database of all applicants and employees. Conduct comprehensive background checks and reference verification for new hires. 2. Employee Relations and Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for all employee inquiries, concerns, and grievances. Mediate and resolve conflicts between employees or between staff and management. Implement and enforce company policies and procedures. Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes employee engagement and retention. 3. Compensation and Benefits: Manage the end-to-end payroll process , ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursement, and compliance with all statutory regulations (e.g., Provident Fund, ESI). Administer and manage employee benefits and compensation packages. Monitor and track employee leaves, including sick leave, casual leave, and paid time off, ensuring accurate leave records . Handle employee reimbursements and manage their records. 4. Performance Management and Growth: Develop and implement performance management systems for all staff. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback. Identify training and development needs and create employee growth plans and training modules to enhance skills and career progression. Oversee the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring they are well-integrated into the team. Develop succession plans for key roles to ensure business continuity. 5. Compliance and Administration: Ensure strict adherence to all labor laws, regulations, and statutory requirements applicable in Noida and India. Maintain accurate and confidential people records including personal details, contracts, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions. Prepare and submit all necessary reports to management and government authorities as required. Develop, update, and maintain the employee handbook and company policies. Preferred candidate profile Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Proven experience as an HR Manager, preferably in the restaurant or hospitality industry . Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and regulations. Experience with payroll management , HR software, and people management systems. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Problem-solving attitude and a proactive approach to managing HR challenges.