Human Resource Practices Implementation and Compliance with Laws and Policies of the Hotel Industry in General Santos City

Abstract

This study examines the implementation of Human Resource HR practices and compliance with government laws and policies in the hotel industry of General Santos City Specifically it evaluates seven HR practice dimensions and three key areas of legal compliance across six Department of Tourism-accredited hotels Using a descriptive correlational research design data was collected from 200 respondents through validated questionnaires Results revealed that HR practices and compliance levels are generally very high with significant correlations found between HR practices and legal compliance The study highlights the importance of structured HR systems in promoting lawful productive and sustainable hotel operations Recommendations include enhancing employee benefits and succession planning and scaling best practices to other hotel establishments