Kitchen Manager Jinya Ramen Bar Hackensack NJ

JINYA Ramen Bar; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Life insurance & disability

Domestic partner benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Dining discounts

Thanksgiving/Christmas closures

WOW Foundation assistance

Job summary

Jinya Ramen Bar in Hackensack, NJ is seeking a Kitchen Manager who is passionate about great food, exceptional operations, and building high-performing teams. You will oversee all back-of-house operations, enforce recipe standards, and ensure consistency and efficiency every day.

You will train and coach kitchen staff, uphold food safety and sanitation, manage inventory and costs, and collaborate with leadership to maintain smooth restaurant-wide operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Kitchen Manager or BOH supervisor.
• Strong food safety knowledge and kitchen operations.
• Proven ability to train and lead a diverse team.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Committed to delivering exceptional quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, including food prep, quality control, and recipe adherence.
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen team members to maintain high performance.
• Manage food safety, sanitation, and health-regulation compliance; control costs.
• Maintain BOH equipment, organization, and cleanliness.
• Lead with strong communication and teamwork; support smooth operations.
• Troubleshoot operational challenges and stay calm under pressure.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Team Leadership

Food Safety

Inventory Management

Training & Coaching

Job description

Position & Perks

Join one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands in the industry! Jinya Ramen Bar is seeking a Kitchen Manager who is passionate about great food, exceptional operations, and building strong, high-performing teams. In this role, you'll oversee all back-of-house operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency every day.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your success and well-being:

• Competitive base pay (based on position & experience)
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Domestic partner benefits
• Flexible spending accounts (health & dependent care)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Dining discounts
• Most locations are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas
• WOW a Friend Foundation - Support When It Matters Most:Financial assistance for eligible team members experiencing unexpected hardships

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, including food preparation, quality control, and recipe adherence
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen team members to maintain high performance and consistency
• Ensure proper food safety, sanitation standards, and compliance with health regulationsManage inventory, ordering, and waste to control food costs
• Maintain BOH equipment, organization, and cleanliness
• Lead by example with strong communication, professionalism, and teamwork
• Collaborate with the management team to ensure smooth restaurant-wide operations
• Support a positive, productive work environment while upholding Jinya's brand standards
• Troubleshoot operational challenges and remain calm under pressure

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, BOH Supervisor, or equivalent leadership role
• Strong understanding of food safety, kitchen operations, and inventory management
• Proven ability to train, motivate, and lead a diverse team
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Consistent, reliable, and committed to delivering exceptional quality

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