Bilingual Japanese Restaurant Planning & Operations Manager

Alpha Global Search LLC; New York, San Francisco (NY, CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a bilingual Restaurant Planning & Operations Manager to lead strategic initiatives across upscale locations in New York and San Francisco. This hands-on role demands expertise in hospitality management, strong leadership capabilities, and fluency in Japanese and English. You will oversee daily operations, collaborate on new concepts, and ensure compliance with health regulations while training and supporting on-site teams. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will enhance service quality and operational efficiency, making a significant impact in the culinary world.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in restaurant or hospitality management.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and business planning for multiple restaurant locations.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop new concepts and growth plans.
• Manage P&L, budgeting, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Bilingual in Japanese and English

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

5+ years in restaurant/hospitality management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and bilingual Restaurant Planning & Operations Manager to oversee strategic and operational initiatives across several up-scale restaurants located in San Francisco and New York. This is a hands-on management role that requires deep knowledge of the hospitality industry, strong leadership skills, and fluency in both Japanese and English.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations and business planning for multiple restaurant locations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and brand consistency.

• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop new concepts, seasonal promotions, and long-term strategic growth plans.

• Manage P&L, budgeting, vendor relationships, and operational workflows for each restaurant.

• Lead, train, and support on-site managers and staff to maintain high levels of service and team performance.

• Ensure compliance with local health and safety regulations and corporate standards.

• Serve as a liaison between Japanese-speaking stakeholders and local teams, facilitating smooth communication and project execution.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in restaurant or hospitality management, preferably with exposure to multi-location operations.

• Proven leadership and team management experience.

• Native or business-level fluency in Japanese is required.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with Japanese cuisine, food culture, and service expectations is a strong plus.