WE’RE HIRING: HR ASSISTANT MANAGER | BE THE HEART OF OUR GROWING F&B FAMILY

Are you a talent magnet and a performance accelerator? We want you.

At CPIFC, we’re not just serving meals - we’re building Malaysia’s next iconic F&B powerhouse. With a vibrant portfolio of rapidly growing brands on a mission to scale up with excellence. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and capable HR Assistant Manager who is excited to help build winning teams across our expanding network.

This isn’t a desk-bound HR job. IT’s a dynamic, hands-on role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands the power of culture, and can drive recruitment and people performance as strategic levers of growth.

What You’ll Do

Lead end-to-end talent acquisition for outlet leadership (managers, assistant managers, supervisors) and corporate roles.
Assist in driving the culture of performance with outlet managers and the management team.
Involved in assisting in developing and implementing learning and development programs that empower outlet and mid-level leaders to thrive.
Create systems, frameworks, and SOPs that ensure long-term talent sustainability.
Lead in ensuring all payroll and compliance with HR regulations are in order.

You’ll Thrive Here If You:

Enjoy working in entrepreneurial, high-growth environments.
Believe HR should sit at the strategic table, not the sidelines.
Can recruit, train, and retain talent with speed and precision.
Have strong people instincts and know how to balance empathy with accountability.
Are passionate about creating systems that empower others to succeed.

What You’ll Gain

A pivotal role in one of Malaysia’s most exciting F&B scale-ups.
Direct collaboration with a forward-thinking leadership team.
An energetic, performance-driven culture where your work truly matters.
A career path that grows with you, with opportunities to shape and lead HR function as the group expands.
If you're a builder, a believer, and a people-changer, we want to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Lead and manage the recruitment process for outlet leadership roles (managers, assistant managers, supervisors), key operational staff, and selected corporate hires.
Build and maintain a reliable candidate pipeline aligned to projected outlet and brand expansion plans.
Streamline hiring processes to reduce time-to-hire and enhance candidate experience.
Plan and implement workforce planning strategies that support rapid business growth.

2. Performance Management & Culture Building

Assist in implementing and monitoring performance management frameworks across the organization.
Support outlet managers in managing probation reviews, setting KPIs, and creating development plans.
Act as a key contact for promoting employee engagement and embedding performance culture at all levels.

3. Learning & Development Execution

Organize and track delivery of L&D programs for outlet managers and high-potential staff.
Support the development of competency-based frameworks and training documentation.
Conduct needs assessments and propose improvements to support ongoing leadership development.

4. HR Administration, Policy, Payroll and Compliance

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of employee records, contracts, HR policies, and statutory compliance.
Assist in the development and documentation of SOPs, HR processes, and reporting systems.
Coordinate HR audits and ensure readiness for scaling operations and external investment.
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory requirements.
Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices in line with Malaysian labor laws and evolving business needs.
Familiar with the Employment Act and other regulatory requirements from statutory bodies.

5. Strategic HR Development & Future Leadership

Work directly with the Director to design the future structure of the HR department.
Support in the identification and implementation of HR technologies and tools.
Prepare to assume broader HR leadership responsibilities as the company grows into new markets.

CPI Food Concept Sdn Bhd