Company of Cooks

About the Company

Together, we bring brilliant food, drink and service to the very best venues. From opera houses to galleries and from historic palaces to heritage gardens, we shape unique experiences and create lasting memories. Craft, Creativity and Community....we are Company of Cooks We believe in bespoke food concepts that feature honesty, simplicity, seasonality and quality.

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Company Name

Company of Cooks

Job Title

People and Culture Manager

Job Description

**Job Title:** People and Culture Manager **Role Summary:** Lead and embed people‑centric strategies for a new hospitality venue, driving culture, engagement, talent acquisition, performance management, and HR operations in alignment with business objectives. Provide strategic advice to leadership and support organizational change. **Expectations:** - Proven experience in strategic HR or people‑and‑culture roles within hospitality or comparable fast‑pace environments. - Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain a positive, inclusive workplace culture. - Strong analytical mindset for HR metrics and workforce planning. - High level of confidentiality and professionalism. **Key Responsibilities:** - Design and implement culture and engagement initiatives to foster an inclusive environment. - Oversee end‑to‑end talent management: recruitment, onboarding, development, and retention. - Manage performance review cycles, support managers with improvement plans, and guide staff development. - Maintain HR policies, employee relations, and benefits administration. - Advise on workforce planning and talent acquisition to meet current and future skill needs. - Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on people‑related matters and change management. **Required Skills:** - Strategic thinking and ability to align HR initiatives with business goals. - Leadership, strong communication, and cross‑functional collaboration. - Client‑focused mindset delivering value‑added HR services. - Adaptability, resilience, and calmness under pressure. - High discretion and confidentiality. - Analytical skills to interpret HR data and drive improvements. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Not explicitly specified; typically a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. - Preferred: professional HR qualification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) or equivalent experience.

London, United kingdom

On site

17-09-2025