Crew Member

Workstream; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Free meal with every shift

Career advancement opportunity

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance for 
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Job summary

Marugame Udon is hiring for an energetic team member to join our founding crew at a new San Diego location. You’ll help with hot and cold food prep, maintain food quality, and deliver exceptional Omotenashi to every guest.

Training to begin in late August/early September. Join us for a hands-on, fast-paced environment with opportunities to grow within the restaurant team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced restaurant setting preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly with guests and colleagues.
• Maintain high hygiene standards and professional appearance at all times.
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive attitude and strong guest service orientation.
• Punctuality and reliable attendance are required.
• Ability to follow recipes and sanitation guidelines while maintaining speed.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes accurately and maintain food preparation processes.
• Complete hot and cold food prep assignments neatly and on time.
• Prepare food throughout the day and adapt to business volume.
• Maintain portion control and monitor food levels on the line.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Provide outstanding Omotenashi and guest interaction.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Hygiene

Attention to detail

Job description

Join the opening team at Marugame Udon! We’re bringing hand‑crafted udon, fresh tempura, and exceptional hospitality to our new location—and we need energetic, guest‑focused team members to help us launch. If you love great food, fast‑paced service, and creating warm, welcoming experiences, we’d love to have you on our founding crew.

Training to begin in late August, early September.

Omotenashi

The word translates to mean Japanese hospitality. For us it is our commitment to our food, our service, and to our team so that every guest experience is memorable. To achieve this commitment, we focus on exceptional training and development which is why majority of our managers have been promoted from our hourly team.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes accurately and maintaining food preparation processes such as prepping, cooking, mixing dough, and safe knife handling
• Complete hot and cold food preparation assignments accurately, neatly, and in a timely fashion
• Prepare food throughout the day as needed, anticipating and reacting to business volume
• Maintain appropriate portion control and consistently monitoring food levels on the line when preparing and cooking food
• Maintain proper food handling, safety, and sanitation standards while preparing and cooking food
• Provide outstanding Omotenashi and guest interaction

Requirements

• 3 shifts a week minimum
• Ability to work in a busy, fast environment
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with all restaurant employees and work as a team by helping others as needed or requested
• Ability to speak clearly and listen attentively with guests and other employees
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance at all times and display a positive and enthusiastic approach to all assignments
• Must maintain good hygiene with a clean and polished appearance and uniform
• Able to exhibit a positive and helpful attitude, and provide exceptional customer service
• Must work with a sense of urgency, no matter the level of business
• Ability to demonstrate a complete understanding of the menu
• Able to follow instructions for recipes and sanitation guidelines
• Ability to be cross‑trained in all areas of the kitchen and line
• Punctual, strict attendance policy
• Abide by policy/procedure

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay and Daily Tips
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance for Eligible Employees
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D for Eligible Employees
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Flexible Schedule
• Free Meal with Every Shift
• Career Advancement Opportunity

ADA Notification

• Lift and carry bags and cases of up to 40 lbs., up to 20 times per shift: places these items on high shelves.
• Frequently bend and kneel
• Work frequently in a hot and damp environment.
• Stand and use hands for the entire 5-8 hours shift.
• Able to understand and follow the work schedule
• Hazards include, but are not limited to, cuts from broken glass and metal cans; burns, slipping, and tripping.

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

This employer participates in E-Verify. Upon hire, employment elgibiltiy will be verified through the E-Verify system.

Privacy Statement

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Marugame Udon provides hand crafted udon bowls, tempura, and beverages from a theater kitchen, allowing guests to watch as their food is prepared. Our udon noodles are made to order to ensure that you are getting the best tasting Japanese food around.