Restaurant Manager | Japanese BBQ Restaurant

A Japanese BBQ Restaurant located in Brooklyn, New York is seeking a Restaurant Manager.

<Job Overview>
This role oversees both Front-of-House and Back-of-House operations, including restaurant
management, kitchen performance, staff leadership, cost control, food quality, service standards, and customer
satisfaction. You will work in a close-knit, multi-concept environment alongside managers from
neighboring establishments, fostering collaboration, communication, and shared operational success. The ideal
candidate is a proactive leader committed to excellence, cultural authenticity, team development, and continuous
improvement.

<Responsibilities>
Restaurant Operations & Guest Experience
・Oversee overall restaurant operations, including opening and closing procedures
・ Manage daily operations such as staffing, scheduling, training, and service execution
・Ensure high standards of hospitality and an exceptional dining experience
・Address guest concerns, resolve complaints, and maintain customer satisfaction
・ Maintain and enforce service standards, operational procedures, and company policies
・ Ensure stated business and performance goals are consistently met
Kitchen, Food Quality & Sanitation
・ Prepare and cook yakiniku menu items as needed
・ Oversee food production to ensure quality, consistency, and authenticity
・ Ensure compliance with NY Health & Sanitation regulations and food safety standards
・Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked kitchen and work areas
・Ensure equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored, maintained, and used safely
・ Monitor food handling, preparation, and presentation to uphold brand standards
Leadership, Staffing & HR Management
・Recruit, hire, onboard, train, mentor, and develop staff members
・Foster employee growth, performance improvement, and strong team culture
・Supervise payroll coordination, scheduling, discipline, and terminations as needed
・ Conduct regular staff meetings and performance reviews
・Motivate employees and promote a positive, accountable, and high-performing work environment
Financial, Inventory & Cost Control
・ Manage cash handling, daily financial reporting, and inventory
・Oversee ordering, stock control, and supply chain efficiency
・Develop and execute sales, marketing, and revenue growth strategies
Cross-Venue Collaboration & Brand Representation
・ Collaborate closely with managers from other establishments
・ Support shared initiatives, group-wide promotions, and operational coordination
・ Uphold and promote an authentic Japanese BBQ experience, cultural integrity, and hospitality excellence
・Represent the brand with professionalism, pride, and a commitment to quality

<Qualifications >
・ Minimum 1–2 years in a restaurant management role, OR 5+ years in the service industry
・Proven experience in operations
・ Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, food safety, sanitation, and service standards
・Experience with Toast is a plus
・ Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office
・Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
・Japanese language preferred

<Core Skills & Competencies>
・Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management skills
・ Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
・ Strong organizational, multitasking, and decision-making abilities
・Customer-focused mindset with adaptability to changing guest needs
・Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
・ Proactive, accountable, and improvement-oriented mindset
・ Passionate about restaurant operations and continuous improvement
・Motivated to lead teams and achieve shared goals

【Keywords】
①Restaurant management
②Service industry
③Restaurant operation