Assistant Area Manager: Path to Store Development & Ops

PERSOL Hong Kong Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL Hong Kong Limited, on behalf of our Japanese restaurant group client, is seeking a high-caliber Assistant Area Manager to support daily store operations and growth.

You will assist the Area Manager, coordinate with contractors for new openings, recruit staff, liaise with vendors and payroll agencies, and collaborate with Japanese chefs. A path to Area Manager or Store Development Manager awaits.

Qualifications

• Higher Diploma or above in any discipline.
• 2 years of experience in store development, leasing, retail operations, or related field.
• Good command of English and Mandarin; Japanese is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Area Manager in overseeing daily store operations (excluding kitchen operations and supply chain)
• Support new store openings, including coordinating with contractors during the construction phase
• Conduct staff recruitment interviews and handle store administration tasks
• Liaise with external vendors and service providers, including payroll agencies
• Work closely with Japanese chefs and support Japanese restaurant operations
• Grow into Area Manager, Store Development Manager, or other management roles as the business expands

Skills

English

Mandarin

Japanese (preferred)

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Higher Diploma or above in any discipline

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

PERSOL Hong Kong Limited, on behalf of our Japanese restaurant group client, is seeking a high-caliber Assistant Area Manager to support daily store operations and growth.

You will assist the Area Manager, coordinate with contractors for new openings, recruit staff, liaise with vendors and payroll agencies, and collaborate with Japanese chefs. A path to Area Manager or Store Development Manager awaits.