Human Resources Executive

THE ROLE

As HR Executive at Loco Otro, you'll be the heart of our people operations, ensuring our team members feel valued, supported, and excited to be part of our journey. From recruitment to employee engagement, you'll manage the complete people experience with empathy, street-smart thinking, and genuine care. This role goes beyond traditional HR—you'll be our brand ambassador, connecting with potential talent and current team members to build a workplace culture that people are proud to be part of.

WHO WE ARE

Loco Otro is redefining the dining experience with our innovative approach to hospitality. We believe that great people create unforgettable moments. Our HR function plays a vital role in building a positive workplace where employees thrive, grow, and deliver amazing experiences to our guests. We're looking for someone who doesn't just work for us, but believes in us and can inspire others to want to join our team.

WHO YOU ARE

You're a people person who genuinely enjoys connecting with others and has a natural ability to read people and situations. You have street-smart instincts that help you quickly assess whether someone would be a great fit for our culture and values. You're empathetic, understanding that behind every employee interaction is a real person with unique needs and aspirations.

You take pride in representing your company and have the ability to talk about Loco Otro in a way that makes others excited about the possibility of working here. You're someone who can spot talent, nurture relationships, and create an environment where people feel they belong.

YOUR TEAM

You'll work closely with:

1. Restaurant Manager (your direct reporting manager)
2. Restaurant management teams across all locations
3. Kitchen and service teams
4. Finance team for payroll and administrative support

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

1. Talent Acquisition Support: Assist the HR Manager in the recruitment process from job posting to offer negotiation, using your people skills to help identify candidates who align with our culture and values.
2. Employee Onboarding: Support in creating smooth, welcoming onboarding experiences that make new team members feel excited about joining Loco Otro from day one.
3. Daily HR Operations: Handle day-to-day HR activities including attendance management, leave processing, employee documentation, and other administrative tasks as assigned by the HR Manager.
4. Employee Relations: Be the go-to person for employee queries, concerns, and feedback, handling situations with empathy and finding solutions that work for everyone.
5. Culture Building: Organize engagement activities, team building events, and initiatives that strengthen our workplace culture and team spirit.
6. Brand Advocacy: Represent Loco Otro at job fairs, networking events, and in all candidate interactions as someone who genuinely believes in what we do.
7. Performance Support: Work with managers to address performance issues constructively and help team members grow in their roles.
8. Compliance: Ensure all HR processes comply with labor laws and company policies while maintaining a people-first approach.
   

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

1. Experience: Minimum 1 year of HR experience in any industry (hospitality, IT, retail, FMCG, or any other field)
2. People Skills: Natural ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and make them feel comfortable
3. Judgment: Street-smart instincts to assess candidate suitability and cultural fit quickly and accurately
4. Empathy: Genuine care for employee wellbeing and ability to handle sensitive situations with understanding
5. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills that inspire confidence and trust
6. Brand Pride: Someone who takes ownership of representing the company and can authentically share what makes Loco Otro special
7. Adaptability: Comfort working in a fast-paced restaurant environment with changing priorities
8. Basic HR Knowledge: Understanding of basic HR processes, employment laws, and administrative functions
   

WHAT YOU'LL GET

1. Industry Exposure: Work in the exciting hospitality industry with opportunities to learn restaurant operations from the ground up
2. Growth Opportunities: Build your HR career in a growing company with potential for advancement as we expand
3. Dynamic Environment: Be part of a passionate team that's creating something special in the dining industry
4. Hands-on Experience: Get involved in all aspects of HR from recruitment to employee development
5. People Impact: Make a real difference in creating a workplace where people love to work and grow

If you're someone who lights up when talking about great workplaces, has a knack for reading people, and wants to be part of building something amazing, we'd love to meet you. Come help us create not just great dining experiences, but a great place to work at Loco Otro!

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