Kitchen Manager Jinya Ramen Bar Hackensack NJ

Position & Perks

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