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Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Hourly Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional food service experiences. As a key member of our management team, you will oversee daily operations, ensure food quality and safety standards are met, and motivate staff to achieve their best. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop leadership skills while maintaining a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for hospitality, strong management skills, and a commitment to excellence in food service.
Responsibilities
Supervise daily restaurant operations, including food preparation, cooking, and service delivery to ensure smooth workflow and high-quality customer experiencesManage staff scheduling, training, and development to foster a motivated and efficient teamOversee inventory control, food safety protocols, and proper food handling practices to maintain compliance with health regulationsUtilize POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales reconciliationLead shift management by coordinating team efforts during busy hours and resolving any operational issues promptlyConduct staff interviews, onboarding, and ongoing training to build a strong hospitality teamAnalyze profit and loss statements to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and profitabilityExperience
Proven management experience in quick service or fast food restaurant environments with a focus on food service management and supervising teamsExtensive experience with food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management in casual dining or fine dining settingsFamiliarity with POS systems including Aloha POS and Micros POS; cash handling experience requiredStrong background in inventory control, food safety management, and adhering to health regulationsDemonstrated leadership skills in managing hospitality teams, training staff, and supervising daily restaurant operationsPrior roles involving restaurant management, shift management, catering or banquet experience are highly desirableRequired Competencies
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsAbility to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environmentExperience managing labor, inventory, and service standardsKnowledge of POS systems such as ALOHA or similar platformsBasic computer proficiency including scheduling and reporting toolsStrong mathematical skills for inventory and cost controlsDependable, reliable, and self-motivatedAbility to inspire teamwork and lead by exampleExperience working in multicultural environmentsFlexible availability including weekends and holidaysMust be 21 years of age or olderEducation & Certifications
High school diploma preferred (college coursework a plus)Ability to read, write, and speak English (Spanish a plus)Must obtain and maintain all required local, state, and federal certifications including alcohol service and food handling permitsWork Environment
This role operates in a high-energy, professional restaurant environment with frequent movement between guest areas and service stations.
Physical Demands
Stand and walk for extended periodsUse hands and arms for service oversight and operational tasksLift and maneuver up to 50 pounds when necessaryWork in indoor and outdoor restaurant environments that may be hot, humid, or wetBend, reach, and navigate busy dining spaces efficientlyDistinguish food flavors and service qualityJoin us to lead an energetic team dedicated to delivering outstanding food experiences! We value passionate leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to develop their careers in hospitality management.
Read LessBack of House Team Members are the heart of the JINYA Ramen Bar experience. You support the Kitchen Manager and play a critical role in delivering exceptional ramen and menu items with consistency, precision, and quality.
BOH Team Members ensure every guest receives the highest standard of food production while collaborating with front-of-house teams to create a seamless and memorable dining experience.
Primary Responsibilities• Proactively support the back of house team in tasks that helps efficiency including maintaining cleanliness, handling soup or line duties and dishwashing
• Learn to prepare ramen, appetizers, and menu items according to recipes and Kitchen Manager instructions
• Execute proper food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating standards
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness procedures
• Follow all JINYA health, safety, and operational policies
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, including fryers, knives, and heavy cookware
• Participate in JINYA’s cultural greetings including “Irasshai” and “Arigato”
• Arrive on time and report to your workstation prepared for service
• Communicate clearly and professionally with BOH and FOH team members
• Support front-of-house staff to ensure smooth guest service
• Promote and execute JINYA’s core values of Teamwork, Hospitality, Authenticity, Creativity, and Integrity
• Complete additional tasks and projects as assigned by management
Required Competencies• Some restaurant kitchen experience
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and food preparation techniques
• Strong multitasking ability in a high-volume restaurant environment
• Positive attitude and ability to perform under pressure
• Ability to read and follow written instructions
• Willingness to ask questions and follow direction
• Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Experience working in multicultural team environments
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and maneuver safely in tight kitchen spaces
Required Education & Certifications• Ability to read, write, and speak English or Spanish
• Must maintain all required local, state, and federal food handling certifications
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a fast-paced, professional restaurant kitchen. BOH team members move frequently between prep lines, cooking stations, and back-of-house areas while using fryers, heavy pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.
Team members must communicate consistently with kitchen staff and management while maintaining awareness of safety conditions including spills, heat exposure, and equipment hazards.
Physical Demands• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Use hands and arms for food preparation and equipment handling
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Work in hot, humid, or wet kitchen environments
• Bend, reach, and navigate busy kitchen spaces
• Distinguish food flavors and quality standards
Additional InformationThis job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Tasks may evolve based on operational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Read LessBartenders at JINYA Ramen Bar are brand ambassadors who create a fun, relaxed, and exceptional dining experience. As a Bartender, you are expected to be approachable, friendly, hospitable, and professional while executing JINYA’s service standards with precision.
Bartenders ensure guests receive outstanding service through full menu knowledge, expert beverage execution, and consistent application of JINYA’s steps of service. All bartenders work collaboratively to elevate the overall guest experience while delivering high-quality ramen, tapas, cocktails, beer, wine, and specialty beverages.
Primary Responsibilities• Serve guests in a professional and positive manner, including taking food and beverage orders and delivering items accurately and efficiently
• Execute JINYA’s steps of service and upselling techniques to guide guests through menu selections, daily specials, and dietary accommodations
• Prepare cocktails, beer, wine, and specialty beverages to JINYA standards following exact recipes and specifications
• Greet guests, manage seating and reservations when needed, and provide accurate wait time expectations
• Maintain strong knowledge of ramen offerings, tapas, beverages, allergens, and menu pairings
• Participate in JINYA cultural greetings including “Irasshai” and “Arigato”
• Communicate clearly and professionally with guests, servers, management, and kitchen team members
• Answer phone calls, assist with reservations, and support table assignments when needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area and all guest-visible spaces
• Support front-of-house operations including refilling beverages, polishing glassware, resetting tables, and assisting teammates
• Address minor guest concerns and escalate significant issues to management promptly
• Demonstrate full knowledge of restaurant operations including hours, menu details, table numbers, payment systems, and policies
• Promote and execute JINYA’s core values of Teamwork, Hospitality, Authenticity, Creativity, and Integrity
• Complete additional tasks and projects as assigned by management
Required Competencies• Minimum 2–3 years of restaurant experience, with at least 1 year of bartending experience in a high-volume environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of cocktail preparation, bar service standards, and POS systems
• Professional verbal and written communication skills with strong multitasking ability
• Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to read and follow written instructions
• Experience using POS systems and reservation platforms such as OpenTable or similar
• Ability to lead by example and foster team spirit
• Reliable, dependable, and self-motivated
• Experience working in multicultural environments
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and maneuver efficiently in limited space
Required Education & Certifications• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Must obtain and maintain all required local, state, and federal alcohol service and food handling certifications
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a fast-paced, professional restaurant environment with frequent movement between the bar, dining room, and kitchen areas. Bartenders routinely use trays, glassware, bar tools, and restaurant equipment.
Frequent communication with guests, servers, kitchen staff, and management is required to maintain seamless service and uphold JINYA’s hospitality standards.
Physical Demands• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Use hands and arms for beverage preparation and service
• Lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds
• Work in environments that may be hot, humid, or fast-paced
• Bend, reach, and navigate busy service areas efficiently
• Distinguish food and beverage flavors and quality standards
Additional InformationThis job description is not intended to cover a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities. Responsibilities may change based on operational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Read LessFront of House Team Members are an essential part of the JINYA Ramen Bar guest experience. As a Busser, you support the General Manager, Front of House leadership, and service team by maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming dining environment while delivering exceptional hospitality.
Bussers serve as Customer Service Ambassadors by assisting servers, supporting guest needs, and ensuring tables, stations, and service areas are reset quickly and efficiently. This role plays a key part in creating a seamless, 5-star dining experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Primary Responsibilities• Support servers and front-of-house team members with guest service needs in a professional and positive manner
• Clear, clean, and reset tables quickly and accurately to maintain smooth service flow
• Deliver food and beverages to guests and assist with refilling water and other beverages as needed
• Maintain table cleanliness and ensure all guest-facing areas remain clean, organized, and presentable
• Polish and organize plateware, silverware, and glassware for service readiness
• Assist with opening and closing side work and ensure all assigned duties are completed properly
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, dining areas, and restrooms, including areas visible to guests upon entry
• Communicate clearly and professionally with guests and team members, including both front-of-house and back-of-house staff
• Demonstrate menu knowledge, including daily desserts, sauces, dressings, and sides, and explain items to guests when delivering food
• Understand restaurant operations including hours, table numbers, payment options, reservation flow, and allergy-related service awareness
• Greet guests as they arrive and assist with seating, reservations, and waitlist communication when needed and as directed by management
• Support front-of-house operations by refilling beverages, maintaining table arrangements, and assisting with service tasks as requested
• Utilize JINYA’s steps of service, hospitality standards, and upselling techniques to enhance the guest experience
• Respond to minor guest concerns professionally and notify management promptly of major guest or service issues
• Participate in JINYA’s cultural greetings including “Irasshai” and “Arigato”
• Promote and execute JINYA’s core values of Teamwork, Hospitality, Authenticity, Creativity, and Integrity
• Complete additional tasks and projects as assigned by management
Required Competencies• Prior restaurant experience in a support role preferred, ideally in a high-volume environment
• Strong verbal communication skills and professional guest service presence
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting
• Positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to read and follow simple written instructions, correspondence, and operational procedures
• Willingness to follow direction and ask questions when clarification is needed
• Dependable, reliable, and self-motivated with strong attention to cleanliness and presentation
• Ability to work independently throughout shifts while supporting overall team operations
• Experience working in a multicultural team environment
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and maneuver safely in tight restaurant spaces
• Ability to lift and carry trays, dishware, and service items safely during active service periods
Required Education & Certifications• High school diploma preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Must maintain all required local, state, and federal certifications based on restaurant location, including food handling and alcohol certifications where applicable
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a fast-paced, fun, and professional restaurant environment. Bussers move frequently throughout the dining room, service stations, and kitchen-adjacent areas while handling trays, glassware, plates, and other restaurant equipment.
Team members must communicate consistently with guests, managers, and staff while maintaining awareness of safety conditions and service flow. Bussers may occasionally use ladders or step tools to access overhead storage when needed.
Physical Demands• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout shifts
• Use hands and arms frequently to carry, lift, reset, and organize restaurant items
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Work in indoor and outdoor service areas, including hot, humid, or wet conditions
• Bend, reach, and navigate busy restaurant spaces safely
• Communicate clearly with guests and team members during active service
Additional InformationThis job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Tasks may change or evolve based on operational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Read LessAt JINYA Ramen Bar, our Servers are brand ambassadors who deliver a fun, relaxed, and exceptional dining experience. As a Server, you will be approachable, friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, ensuring JINYA’s service standards and steps of service are executed flawlessly.
Servers work in unison to create memorable guest experiences by delivering outstanding hospitality, expert menu knowledge, and a genuine appreciation for Japanese ramen culture.
Primary ResponsibilitiesGuest Service & HospitalityProvide attentive, professional, and positive service to all guests
Take accurate food and beverage orders and deliver items promptly
Execute JINYA’s steps of service and up-selling techniques
Guide guests through menu offerings, daily specials, and dietary considerations
Deliver an exceptional dining experience from greeting through farewell
Guest Engagement & Brand CultureGreet guests upon arrival and assist with seating or wait-list timing when necessary
Participate in JINYA’s signature greetings such as “Irasshai” and “Arigato”
Create emotional connections with guests while promoting JINYA’s ramen and tapas offerings
Respond to minor guest concerns and escalate major issues to management
Operations & Team SupportMaintain cleanliness of the bar area and any guest-visible spaces
Support front-of-house operations including beverage refills, table maintenance, resetting tables, polishing plates and glassware
Communicate clearly and professionally with front-of-house and back-of-house teams
Answer phone calls, take reservations, manage seating rotation, and assist with host responsibilities when needed
Maintain knowledge of restaurant information including hours, menu, allergens, payment options, and table numbers
Brand & Company ValuesPromote and execute JINYA’s core values of Teamwork, Hospitality, Authenticity, Creativity, and Integrity
Complete additional tasks or projects as assigned by management
Required CompetenciesMinimum 2–3 years of server experience, preferably in a high-volume restaurant
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Positive attitude and ability to perform under pressure
Experience operating a POS system and/or reservation platforms such as OpenTable
Ability to lead by example and inspire teamwork
Dependable, reliable, and self-motivated
Experience working in a multicultural environment
Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
Education & CertificationsAbility to read, write, and speak English
Must obtain and maintain required city, state, and federal certifications, including alcohol service and food handling permits
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional, high-energy restaurant environment. Team members routinely move between dining room and kitchen areas while handling trays, glassware, plates, and other restaurant equipment.
Servers may occasionally use ladders to retrieve overhead items and must communicate clearly and accurately with guests and team members at all times.
Physical DemandsFrequently stand and walk for extended periods
Use hands and arms to handle trays, plates, and glassware
Lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds safely
Work in indoor and outdoor environments that may be hot, humid, or wet
Distinguish between various food flavors including sweet and savory
Bend, reach, and navigate tight restaurant spaces efficiently
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Additional InformationThis job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities. Tasks may change or be reassigned at any time with or without notice.
Why Work at JINYA Ramen Bar?Join a fast-growing, nationally recognized ramen restaurant known for authentic flavors, elevated service standards, and a dynamic team culture. At JINYA, you’ll build hospitality skills in a high-volume, chef-driven environment while being part of a brand that values creativity, integrity, and teamwork.
If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and want to grow in a professional restaurant setting, apply today.
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