Kitchen Manager

TMS America Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TMS America Inc. in Los Angeles, California is seeking an experienced kitchen operations leader to oversee back-of-house kitchen activities. You will ensure compliance with food safety standards, supervise staff, and maintain quality controls.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in kitchen operations and holds a ServSafe Manager Certification. Proficiency in Japanese is an advantage, along with strong communication skills in English.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in kitchen operations or BOH leadership.
• 3+ years of staff supervision and kitchen training experience.
• Professional-level English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily back-of-house kitchen operations.
• Enforce food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Supervise, train, and schedule kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Staff supervision

Food safety compliance

English communication

Japanese proficiency

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

Los Angeles, United States | Posted on 06/05/2026

Responsibilities

• Direct daily back-of-house (BOH) kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation.
• Enforce strict food safety, sanitation protocols, and local health department compliance standards.
• Supervise, train, and schedule kitchen staff to optimize culinary production.
• Establish food presentation criteria and ensure consistent portion and quality controls.
• Prepare internal compliance documentation and lead on-site support for health inspections and corporate audits.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in kitchen operations, culinary production, or BOH leadership.
• 3+ years of direct experience in staff supervision, kitchen training, and team development.
• Professional-level English communication skills to direct local kitchen personnel.
• Conversational to business-level Japanese proficiency to collaborate with corporate standards.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent state‑mandated food safety certification required.