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Breaking into HR from the restaurant/hospitality industry

Judy Pei Ki

Can anyone give me any advice?

I've just completed my CIPD L5 Intermediate Certificate and currently on the job hunt to break into HR (entry level). My background history is mainly hospitality with my most recent position as a restaurant owner (3 years) and other previous positions as bar managers (4 years). 

I've been applying for entry level hr and admin roles but I'm having trouble even getting a reply or securing an interview. I feel that with my previous work experience I have plenty of transferable skills but unfortunately it's not reflecting on my job applications. 

I'd really appreciate any help I can get. 

Thank you! 

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  • Hi Judy,
    I got into HR after a career designing and manufacturing clothing. I had quite a bit of management experience which included HR skills such as recruitment, training and appraisals. If you concentrate on the people skills you had to use as a manager that might help get you interviews. I went straight in as an HR Manager after completing my studies. Perhaps you are aiming too low.
  • in reply to Rosemary Mathews
    Hi Rosemary,
    I have included the HR skills you've mentioned in my CV, it seems it's still not enough to secure a reply or interview. I've been applying for jobs daily, its really disheartening.
    I feel even if I was to apply for HR Manager roles, I wouldnt even secure a reply let alone an interview.
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  • in reply to Judy Pei Ki
    Hi Judy and Rosemary - I am experiencing the same issue Judy. I was a manager in hotels as well and trying to break into HR and not being considered for any entry level HR roles. I think I have the skills for a HR manager but it's just nobody seems to be keen on my cv and what I bring to the table - since it's been a month gone, how have you gotten along?

    Rosemary - any advice as to how you handled the job hunt from your work experience into a HRM role?