Interim District Manager (Supreme Dumplings)

Kizuki Ramen and Izakaya

$95K — $115K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of restaurant management experience, especially in multi-unit leadership.
  • Proven ability to develop and lead General Managers effectively.
  • Strong financial and operational understanding.
  • Flexibility to travel within the Seattle Metroplex.
  • Experience with new store openings and operational turnarounds is preferred.
  • Willingness to train and travel for 6-8 weeks until a District is assigned.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations across multiple restaurants ensuring brand standards and exceptional guest experiences.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop General Managers and leadership teams; support succession planning and talent growth.
  • Drive district-level performance through budgeting, forecasting, and profitability initiatives.
  • Lead and support new restaurant openings and stabilize underperforming locations.
  • Partner with leadership on local marketing initiatives to strengthen community presence.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, labor laws, and food safety standards.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 90% of employee premiums covered.
  • $500 monthly vehicle allowance for business transportation.
  • Paid time off for personal use.
  • Employee meals to enjoy while working.
  • Performance-based bonus program to reward achievements.
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Title: Interim District Manager (Supreme Dumplings)

Location: Seattle, WA

Pay Range:
$95,000- $115,000 / - Annually
Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Employment Type:
Full-time - Salaried, Exempt

Position Overview:

The District Manager leads the success and growth of the business by effectively training, coaching and developing a team of General Managers and store teams.
As a leader of our brand, the District Manager is responsible for the customer and team member experience and focused to deliver exceptional food quality through our system and one house philosophy.
In addition, as we are a growth company, this role will require tremendous cross functional ability in working with the support center in program development and strategic implementation. The programs developed will cover human resources and both restaurant and culinary aspects.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Multi-Unit Operational Leadership:
    Oversee daily operations across multiple restaurants, ensuring brand standards, operational consistency, and exceptional guest experiences.
  • People Leadership & Development:
    Coach, mentor, and develop General Managers and leadership teams; support succession planning and talent growth.
  • Financial Performance:
    Drive district-level performance through budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and profitability initiatives.
  • New Store Openings & Turnaround Support:
    Lead and support new restaurant openings, stabilize underperforming locations, and implement best practices across the district.
  • Marketing & Community Engagement:
    Partner with leadership teams to execute local marketing initiatives and strengthen community presence.
  • Compliance & Safety:
    Ensure all locations comply with company policies, labor laws, food safety standards, and health regulations.

Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of restaurant management experience, including multi-unit leadership
  • Proven ability to develop and lead General Managers
  • Strong financial and operational acumen
  • Flexible schedule with the ability to travel throughout the Seattle Metroplex
  • Experience supporting new openings and operational turnarounds preferred
  • Ability to train and travel for 6-8 weeks, supporting shops and traveling the greater Seattle area (including Tacoma & Lynnwood), until a District is assigned.

Benefits:
  • Medical, dental + vision insurance with 90% of employee premiums paid by the company
  • $500 monthly vehicle allowance to support business related transportation expenses
  • Paid time off
  • Employee meals
  • Performance based bonus program
  • Career growth + advancement opportunities

Note: All benefits will begin after successful completion of our District Manager Performance Systems and all related training.

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