Location: Plano, TX (100% On-site)
Employment Type: Full-time, Direct Hire
Salary: $60,000–$75,000 per year (DOE)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM (some flexibility available)
Employment Classification: Non-Exempt
Japanese-English Bilingual Fluency Is Required.
About the Company
A well-established Japanese restaurant chain, backed by a major global food service group, is expanding into the United States.
We are seeking a Bilingual HR & Administrative Coordinator (Japanese/English) to support the launch and growth of its Texas operations.
This is an opportunity to join a growing organization and work closely with Japanese leadership and U.S. team members.
Position Summary
The Bilingual HR & Administrative Coordinator will serve as a key communication link between Japanese-speaking senior leadership and the U.S. team while providing support across HR, recruiting, and general administrative operations.
Strong Japanese-English communication skills and administrative experience are the top priorities for this position.
Previous professional interpretation or HR experience is not required. Candidates who are comfortable communicating in both languages during business meetings and have solid administrative experience are encouraged to apply.
Training will be provided for HR procedures and other company-specific administrative responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Japanese-English Communication & Interpretation
- Provide Japanese-English interpretation during internal meetings, interviews, training sessions, and daily business communications.
- Facilitate communication between Japanese leadership and U.S. employees.
- Translate business emails, documents, and internal communications as needed.
- Support effective communication across different cultures and working styles.
HR & Recruiting Support
- Coordinate interviews, candidate communications, and recruiting schedules.
- Provide administrative and interpretation support during interviews and hiring processes.
- Assist with onboarding, new-hire orientation, employee documentation, and HR recordkeeping.
- Support attendance tracking, scheduling, and other HR administrative tasks.
- Follow established HR procedures and guidance from senior HR staff.
General Administration & Office Support
- Assist with daily office administration and general affairs.
- Support office setup and administrative activities related to new business locations.
- Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and internal departments.
- Assist with business registrations, permits, and administrative documentation.
- Handle a variety of administrative tasks as the organization continues to grow.
Required Qualifications
- Fluent Japanese and business-level English proficiency, both written and spoken.
- Strong administrative or office support experience.
- Ability to provide Japanese-English interpretation during internal business meetings and conversations.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to follow instructions, manage assigned responsibilities, and work independently when needed.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a growing, fast-paced business environment.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to work on-site in Plano, TX, five days per week.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as an Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant, Office Administrator, HR Assistant, or similar role.
- Experience working with Japanese companies or Japanese-speaking management.
- Experience supporting HR, recruiting, onboarding, or employee administration.
- Experience in Japanese-English interpretation or translation.
- Experience in the restaurant, hospitality, or retail industry.
- Experience supporting a new office or business operation.
Please Note
- Previous HR experience is not required.
- Professional interpretation experience is not required, but candidates must be comfortable interpreting during business conversations.
- This is an HR and administrative support role, not an HR management or hiring decision-making position.
- Training will be provided for HR and general affairs procedures.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $60,000–$75,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Full-time, direct-hire opportunity
- Opportunity to support the launch and growth of a Japanese restaurant brand in the U.S.
Work Location & Schedule
- Location: Plano, TX
- Work Arrangement: 100% on-site, Monday–Friday
- Schedule: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, with some flexibility
- Overtime: Minimal overtime expected
- Travel: Occasional travel within Texas may be required as operations expand
- Preferred Start Date: December 2026 or earlier
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.