LOVE A LOAF BAKERY & CAFE SDN BHD

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About Love A Loaf:
Love A Loaf is a Penang-based artisan bakery chain with 12 years of operating history. We operate 13 selling points across neighbourhood retail outlets, hospital kiosks, MNC/corporate kiosks (Dell, Intel, Jabil), and consignment placements — supported by a central production kitchen in Georgetown.
Role Purpose:
This is not a traditional administrative role. The Office Manager at Love A Loaf is the backbone of our organisational infrastructure — responsible for building and running the systems, processes, and people framework that allow the business to operate without constant founder intervention.
You will provide strategic oversight across three core functions — Human Resources, Office &amp; Compliance Administration, and Finance Administration — working above dedicated HR and Accounts personnel to ensure systems are built, enforced, and continuously improved.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Human Resources — Oversight &amp; Governance</li>
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<li>Review and approve monthly payroll before submission — accuracy and statutory compliance (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB) is your accountability.</li>
<li>Own HR policy framework: design and enforce policies covering the full employee lifecycle — onboarding, performance, disciplinary, and offboarding.</li>
<li>Review and sign off on all HR documents before issuance: offer letters, warning letters, PIPs, and termination letters.</li>
<li>Ensure ongoing compliance with Malaysian Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act, and relevant labour regulations.</li>
<li>Govern performance review cycles and KPI frameworks across all outlets — set the standard, HR staff execute.</li>
<li>Handle escalated employee relations matters requiring management-level judgement; support HR staff on complex or sensitive cases.</li>
<li>Set recruitment strategy and approve key hiring decisions — HR staff manage sourcing and screening execution.</li>
<li>Build and maintain HR SOPs — converting best practices into documented, enforceable processes.</li>
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<li>Office &amp; Compliance Administration</li>
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<li>Manage business licensing renewals: premises licences, food handler certifications, Halal-related documentation, and local authority requirements.</li>
<li>Maintain organised filing systems (digital and physical) for all company documents, contracts, and correspondence.</li>
<li>Coordinate with government agencies: LHDN, KWSP, PERKESO, SSM, MBPP/DBKL as required.</li>
<li>Support SOP development and documentation — translating operational practices into written, enforceable processes.</li>
<li>Manage vendor and supplier correspondence for administrative matters.</li>
<li>Oversee general office operations at the central kitchen: supplies, facilities coordination, and administrative workflows.</li>
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<li>Finance Administration — Oversight &amp; Control</li>
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<li>Review and approve accounts payable before payment — accountant executes, you authorise.</li>
<li>Oversee petty cash management and ensure proper reconciliation by the accounts team.</li>
<li>Act as primary liaison with external accountant and auditor; ensure supporting documents are prepared accurately and on time.</li>
<li>Review monthly financial summaries: outlet-level expense tracking, budget vs. actuals.</li>
<li>Flag financial anomalies or control gaps to the Director promptly.</li>
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<li>Systems, Data &amp; Process Building</li>
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<li>Champion the use of digital tools and AI-assisted workflows to improve HR and admin efficiency.</li>
<li>Build and maintain people &amp; operations dashboards: headcount by outlet, leave utilisation, labour cost vs. target, KPI compliance.</li>
<li>Support the implementation and enforcement of KPI frameworks across departments.</li>
<li>Identify process gaps and proactively propose improvements — not just execute existing processes.</li>
<li>Work closely with the Director to translate strategic priorities into operational systems.</li>
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Who We Are Looking For?
Essential Qualifications
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<li>Minimum Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Degree preferred</li>
<li>3–5 years of relevant experience in HR and office administration</li>
<li>Experience in F&amp;B, retail, or multi-outlet operations is a strong advantage</li>
<li>Solid working knowledge of Malaysian labour law (EA 1955, SOCSO, EPF, LHDN)</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace; comfortable with data and spreadsheets</li>
<li>Fluent in English and Mandarin (written and spoken); working proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia</li>
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Competency Profile — This Is Critical
We Are Looking For
✓ Systems thinker who builds processes
✓ Data-driven decision making
✓ Resolves people issues with logic and process
✓ Enforces policy even with senior staff
✓ Comfortable with ambiguity and building
✓ Proactive — flags problems early
We Are Not Looking For
✕ Someone who only follows existing processes
✕ Gut-feel or relationship-based decisions
✕ Reactive or emotionally-driven in conflict situations
✕ Avoids difficult conversations
✕ Needs a fully structured environment
✕ Waits to be told what to do
What We Offer :
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<li>Salary RM 4,000 – RM 5,000 based on experience</li>
<li>EPF, SOCSO, and EIS contributions</li>
<li>Annual leave and medical leave per EA 1955</li>
<li>Staff discount on Love A Loaf products</li>
<li>Direct access and reporting line to the Founder/Director</li>
<li>Real ownership of building the company's HR and admin infrastructure — not a maintenance role</li>
<li>Growth path: high performers will be considered for expanded strategic and operations responsibilities</li>
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This job is an Office Manager at Love A Loaf, a thriving bakery in Penang. You might like this job because you’ll shape the HR and admin systems, ensuring smooth operations while enjoying perks like discounts and a clear growth path!

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About Love A Loaf:
Love A Loaf is a Penang-based artisan bakery chain with 12 years of operating history. We operate 13 selling points across neighbourhood retail outlets, hospital kiosks, MNC/corporate kiosks (Dell, Intel, Jabil), and consignment placements — supported by a central production kitchen in Georgetown.
Role Purpose:
This is not a traditional administrative role. The Office Manager at Love A Loaf is the backbone of our organisational infrastructure — responsible for building an...

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