Japanese Speaking Restaurant Manager and Kitchen Manager

JAC Recruitment (UK) Ltd.; Mildenhall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a vibrant Japanese startup ramen shop looking for a skilled Restaurant Manager and Kitchen Manager. These roles are pivotal in ensuring smooth daily operations, delivering outstanding customer service, and maintaining high food quality standards. The ideal candidates will be fluent in Japanese and possess strong leadership skills to manage and train staff effectively. This is a chance to be part of a dynamic team that values quality and community engagement, making a significant impact in the local dining scene. If you are passionate about food and service, this is the perfect role for you!

Qualifications

• Native level of Japanese required for effective communication.
• Experience in managing restaurant operations and staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily restaurant operations and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Manage kitchen staff and oversee food preparation and safety.

Skills

Japanese Language Proficiency

Customer Service Skills

Staff Management

Operational Cost Control

Food Safety Compliance

Education

Experience in Restaurant Management

Job description

Japanese Startup Ramen Shop is seeking for:

Location: London

Language: Native level of Japanese

Japanese Speaking Restaurant Manager

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily Front of the House and Back of the House restaurant operations
• Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction
• Respond efficiently and accurately to customer complaints
• Regularly review product quality and research new vendors
• Organize and supervise shifts
• Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity
• Estimate future needs for goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations
• Manage restaurant’s good image and suggest ways to improve it
• Control operational costs and identify measures to cut waste
• Create detailed reports on weekly, monthly and annual revenues and expenses
• Promote the brand in the local community through word-of-mouth and restaurant events
• Recommend ways to reach a broader audience (e.g. discounts and social media ads)
• Train new and current employees on proper customer service practices
• Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations

Japanese Speaking Kitchen Manager

Responsibilities:

• Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
• Supervise food prep and cooking
• Check food plating and temperature
• Establish portion sizes
• Schedule kitchen staff shifts
• Price menu items in collaboration with the Restaurant Manager
• Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
• Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
• Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)
• Keep weekly and monthly cost reports
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area