Overview
Part:time, Permanent: 35 hours per week (flexible, with scope to increase). Salary: A GBP 32,000 to A GBP 40,000 FTE (DOE, based on a 37.5 hour working week). Location: Leeds City Centre : Restaurant/Home Based must live within a commutable distance to Leeds City Centre. Must be available for an immediate Start: Mid:September 2025.
Benefits
* Be part of a ground:breaking new restaurant concept
* Opportunity to shape a brand:new team and culture
* Flexible working hours
* Build the team for the first of the brands restaurants in England
* Real potential to grow with the business as it expands
* Closed on Sundays
* Free lunch when working in the restaurant
Chick:fil:A is preparing to open its first Owner / Operator UK restaurant in the heart of Leeds and we are looking for a passionate and experienced HR Manager / Recruitment Partner to help build their dream team.
If you are a people person who loves building teams from the ground up and thrives in fast:paced, energetic environments where no two days are the same, this could be your perfect next move.
About The Role
This is a unique opportunity to get involved right from the beginning. You will be supporting the owner in shaping everything from hiring strategies to HR processes and workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the full:cycle recruitment process for all roles, including Restaurant Manager and team members for both front and back of house.
* Write and post compelling job adverts, manage applications, screen candidates, and schedule interviews.
* Lead face:to:face interviews alongside the owner, offering insight and expertise.
* Onboard new hires and ensure a smooth induction process.
* Manage recruitment of overseas applicants as part of the hiring strategy.
* Own staffing contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
* Build and implement essential HR processes, policies, and systems from scratch.
* Continuously improve overall training processes by gathering feedback and implementing data:driven enhancements.
* Facilitate training sessions to support team development.
* Manage team events to foster engagement and a positive workplace culture.
* Provide first:line HR advice and guidance on day:to:day matters (attendance, conduct, training, etc.).
* Help foster a strong, positive workplace culture that reflects the brands values.
* Maintain personnel records and ensure legal compliance in all HR practices.
* Act as a trusted partner to the owner, offering ongoing HR support as the business grows.
* Working closely with the Restaurant Manager to oversee team.
* Manage disciplinaries.
About You
* Proven experience in a standalone HR or recruitment:focused role, ideally within restaurant, hospitality or similar fast:paced sector.
* Self:starter and strong project management skill.
* Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, employment law basics, and HR administration.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
* Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast:paced environment.
* Strong analytical skills for data:driven decision making.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Proactive and results orientated, with a self:starter attitude.
* Warm, engaging, and emotionally intelligent:able to inspire and connect with people at all levels.
* Comfortable juggling multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Based in or near Leeds, with flexibility to be in the restaurant when needed.
* CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above) desirable but not essential.
This is a rare chance to be part of something special from day one. You will play an important role in creating the culture and team that will define the success of Chick:Fil:A, with real potential to grow with the business as it i
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