Kitchen Manager Jinya Ramen Bar Hackensack NJ

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

We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your success and well-being:

• Competitive base pay (based on position & 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

• Most locations are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas

• WOW a Friend Foundation Support When It Matters Most: Financial assistance for eligible team members experiencing unexpected hardships

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, including food preparation, quality control, and recipe adherence

• Train, coach, and develop kitchen team members to maintain high performance and consistency

• Ensure proper food safety, sanitation standards, and compliance with health regulations

• Manage inventory, ordering, and waste to control food costs

• Maintain BOH equipment, organization, and cleanliness

• Lead by example with strong communication, professionalism, and teamwork

• Collaborate with the management team to ensure smooth restaurant-wide operations

• Support a positive, productive work environment while upholding Jinya's brand standards

• Troubleshoot operational challenges and remain calm under pressure

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, BOH Supervisor, or equivalent leadership role

• Strong understanding of food safety, kitchen operations, and inventory management

• 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 delivering exceptional quality