People Experience Business Partner

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast-food. We’re Australia’s only fast-food restaurant to be 100% clean, meaning there are no added preservatives, artificial flavours, added colours or unacceptable additives in our food. We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people, and the unique way we celebrate Mexican culture in everything we do.

The People Business Partner will serve as a strategic advisor and hands-on partner to the operations leadership in their allocated region, ensuring HR initiatives align with business objectives. This role supports operations by providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, talent development, compliance, and performance management while also engaging in people projects relevant to their region. The People Business Partner will collaborate closely with State Managers and Culinary Operations Coaches (Area Managers) to drive a positive culture, enhance employee engagement, and optimize operational performance.

If you're a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of people and a passion for making a difference, we want to hear from you! Bring your expertise in HR generalist functions, your infectious enthusiasm, and your collaborative spirit to our team.

What are the essential qualifications & experience? 

• Bachelor’s degree or above in HR, Psychology or related subject.
• Proven experience, at least 4 years, in a Human Resources Business Partnering role within a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced understanding of Australian employment law, award interpretation and disciplinary management.

What's in it for you?

We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people and always have each other’s backs. Whether you’re working in restaurant, at our Hola Central head office or as one of our partners, we are so passionate about living our values every single day.

These are just some of the benefits that come with working at GYG:

• A competitive salary + 10% bonus potential, with the flexibility you need to balance life and work. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you. 
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave each financial year (ask us how)
• A conveniently located office in Surry Hills 
• Up to $100 for phone bill reimbursement each month
• Lots of exclusive GYG merch and the opportunity to travel interstate several times each year for conferences and events
• Cultural celebrations including Day of the Dead & Cinco de Mayo

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future of our people and our business. Apply now to start the conversation.