Job Details

Job Title: Restaurant Manager – CoCo Ichibanya (OC Area)

Location: Irvine / Aliso Viejo, CA

About Us

At CoCo Ichibanya, we've been delighting guests worldwide with the comforting, customizable flavors of Japanese curry since 1978. Known as "The House of Curry," our brand spans over 1,500 locations globally — and continues to grow here in Southern California.

We're looking for enthusiastic, hands-on interns who want to learn how to manage and operate a busy restaurant while delivering an excellent guest experience. This internship offers a unique opportunity to train under experienced restaurant leaders and gain valuable real-world management skills at our Torrance location.

Position Summary

As a Restaurant Manager, you'll work closely with our management team to learn all aspects of restaurant operations — from front-of-house service and kitchen coordination to staff management and financial controls. You'll gain leadership experience, develop problem-solving skills, and learn what it takes to run a successful restaurant within a global franchise.

Wage

As a full time employee, you will be paid hourly at a beginning rate of $28.85.

There will be bi-annual evaluation for a potential pay bump, based on performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily restaurant operations and assist in opening/closing procedures.
• Learn to manage both front-of-house and kitchen workflows.
• Train, supervise, and motivate team members to deliver top-quality service.
• Help manage inventory, ordering, and cost control.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Handle customer feedback and resolve issues professionally.
• Collaborate with management on promotions, scheduling, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Interest in hospitality, food service management, or business operations.
• Friendly and positive attitude with strong communication skills.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Previous experience as a manager at a restaurant.
• Reliable, responsible, and eager to learn.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

What We Offer

• Hands-on management training from experienced restaurant leaders.
• Potential for promotion.
• Employee meal discounts during shifts.
• Career growth opportunities within an internationally recognized brand.
• A supportive, team-oriented culture where you can grow and make an impact.
• The chance to train at one of the busiest CoCo Ichibanya locations in the U.S.

Start Your Management Journey With Us!

• If you're passionate about hospitality, leadership, and great food, we'd love to meet you. Gain real-world management experience and become part of the CoCo Ichibanya family!