Area Manager

Hana Group; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands is seeking an Area Manager to oversee sushi bars and Asian cuisine venues in local grocery stores. You will lead recruitment, training, and daily kiosk operations while leveraging data to drive growth and ensure food safety and quality across locations.

You will manage on-site teams, use tools like Yoobic, Power BI and Adoria, and coordinate with corporate teams on permits, compliance, and brand standards.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of food-related experience and/or operational business management.
• 3-5 years of team leadership in a safe and dependable workspace.
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations and the ability to identify when out of compliance.
• Must be organized and display keen attention to detail.
• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office programs; able to train others on company programs.

Responsibilities

• On-site training and coaching in sales growth opportunities, daily operations, food safety, customer service and inventory management through technology (Yoobic, Power BI, Adoria) as well as HR systems
• Review and understand daily sales data to drive sales and growth by kiosk location using provided tools
• Maintain company standards of food safety and quality, coordinating with DO and corporate teams
• Regular operational store visits and inspections to ensure standards are met and staff wellbeing, including weekend and evening hours
• Recruit, train and maintain team members to meet staffing expectations per kiosk location through HR tech and operational data
• Lead and inspire staff to be excellent leaders and team players; maintain HR system info for timely pay and benefits
• Coordinate and maintain permits and licenses per location with corporate teams
• Represent the company brand professionally; communicate to build relationships with clients and employees; uphold initiatives and policies
• Communicate the company mission and future方向 with optimism and confidence

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Description

The Area Manager (AM) is an operational role responsible for overseeing company sushi bars and Asian cuisine venues within local grocery stores and supermarkets. The AM is accountable for employee recruiting, training and leadership, daily kiosk operations, data driven decisions, food safety, customer service and inventory management. The AM is required to successfully communicate and lead a diverse group of employees while managing multiple responsibilities aligned to company goals and expectations.

Key Competencies

Effective communication, problem-solving, and customer service orientation are essential, along with the ability to analyze sales data and implement strategies for growth. Adaptability, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining brand consistency and quality are also critical.

Duties & Responsibilities

• On-site training and coaching in sales growth opportunities, daily operations, food safety, customer service and inventory management through technology, specifically Yoobic, Power BI and Adoria as well as HR systems
• Review and understand daily sales data to make savvy business decisions, driving sales and growth by kiosk location, utilizing company provided tools and resources
• Maintain company standards of food safety and quality of products, partnering with the DO and corporate teams to ensure the most current standards are in place
• Regular operational store visits and inspection to ensure company standards are met and maintained and ensure the well-being of kiosk team members are met to include weekend and evening hours
• Recruit, train and maintain team members to meet the staffing expectations per kiosk location through use of HR technology and operational data
• Lead and inspire staff to be excellent leaders and team players; maintain HR system information to ensure communication and timely pay and benefits as required by law
• Coordinate and maintain proper permits and licenses as required per location in partnership with corporate teams
• Effectively and professionally represent the company brand; consistent and transparent communication required to build customer relationships and to build strong business relationships with clients and employees; enforce company directed initiatives, operational policies, and procedures
• Enforce a clear understanding of the Company’s corporate mission, philosophy, and overall business operations; communicate optimism and confidence in the future direction of the company

This job posting describes the general duties and responsibilities for the position. Other duties as required may be assigned.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of food related experience and/or operational business management; bachelor’s degree is a plus
• 3-5 years of team leadership, ensuring a safe and dependable work space
• Must have a strong knowledge of food safety best practices and regulations and the ability to identify when out of compliance
• Must be organized and display keen attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office programs; willing to train others on company directed programs as required
• Ability to lead in company standards and best practices
• Goal oriented and results driven

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, including on retail floors, kiosk locations, or field environments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, reach, squat, and use hands and arms to handle materials, tools, or equipment.
• Ability to work in environments that may include temperature variations, noise, and production activity typical of food manufacturing or field operations.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions and maintain physical stamina required for daily operational activities.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle for work-related purposes, including travel between sites, customer locations, or vendor facilities, sometimes for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Hana Brands is an equal opportunity employer