Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager at Kitchen Manager

Join one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands in the industry! Jinya Ramen Bar is seeking a Kitchen Manager who is passionate about great food, exceptional operations, and building strong, high-performing teams. In this role, you'll oversee all back-of-house operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency every day.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay based on position and experience
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Domestic partner benefits
• Flexible spending accounts (health & dependent care)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Dining discounts
• Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas
• WOW a Friend Foundation support for unexpected hardships

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations including food prep and quality control
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen team members
• Ensure food safety, sanitation standards, and compliance with health regulations
• Manage inventory, ordering, and waste control
• Maintain BOH equipment, organization, and cleanliness
• Lead by example with strong communication and teamwork
• Collaborate with management for smooth operations
• Troubleshoot operational challenges under pressure

Qualifications

• Experience as a Kitchen Manager, BOH Supervisor, or equivalent
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen operations
• Proven ability to train, motivate, and lead a diverse team
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Consistent, reliable, and committed to exceptional quality

Key skills/competency

• Kitchen Operations
• Team Leadership
• Food Safety
• Inventory Management
• Quality Control
• Training
• Sanitation
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Operational Efficiency