Job Title:  Brand Manager

Location:  West Covina, CA

Company:  Tokyo Teriyaki Corporation dba CHOWKING

About Us:

CHOWKING is a leading oriental quick service restaurant, renowned for its Chinese-inspired menu and modern fast food service. We were named one of the Top Three Most Valuable Restaurant Brands in Brand Finance’s ASEAN 500 2024 Rankings and awarded the “Best Chinese Restaurant in South San Francisco” by the Quality Business Awards, achieving an overall quality score exceeding 95%. Voted one of America’s favorite restaurant chains in 2023 by Newsweek and Statista, Chowking is now expanding its market reach and looking for a talented Brand Manager to join our team.

Role Overview:

The Brand Manager will also oversee MILKSHA, a well-established bubble tea brand from Taiwan. Milksha has won the Yushan National Award for Best Popularity in 2023 and 2024, received a 3-Star rating at the 2023 Anti-Additive Taste Awards, and the ITI (International Taste Institute) Excellent Flavor Award. Milksha continues to set the global benchmark for premium handcrafted beverages.

We are seeking a consumer-centric, innovative, and highly strategic marketing professional who can generate strategies and execute marketing plans that grow market share, enhance the brand’s reputation, improve customer experience, and drive growth. The ideal candidate is passionate about uncovering consumer insights and delivering innovative marketing campaigns. Excelling in this role will require effective multi-tasking, offering quick and accurate insights and advice, and providing creative input to help build, promote, and enhance the assigned brands.

Qualifications:

·      4-5 years of experience in Brand Management or in a Creative, Media, or Digital agency.

·      Preferably a college degree or related courses in Business, Management, Marketing Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

·      Brand management experience in the food/restaurant/hospitality/CPG industries is preferred.

·      Strong Project Management skills.

·      Flexible and adaptable in work schedules and assignments.

·      Proficient in MS Applications tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Join Our Team and Enjoy:

·      Top-Notch Training & Career Growth:  We invest in your future with excellent training and advancement opportunities.

·      Continuous Learning & Development:  Stay ahead with our intentional and ongoing learning programs.

·      Family-Oriented Culture:  Experience a workplace with strong family values and a supportive culture.

·      Outstanding Benefits:  Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed with your well-being in mind:

·      Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, HSA, FSA

·      401(k) Match: Up to 100%

·      Job Growth Opportunities: Management Development Program, Career Pathing & Succession Planning

·      Paid Leaves: Vacation, Sick, Holidays

·      Paid Life Insurance

·      Employee Discounts

·      Meal Privileges

·      Potential for Annual Merit Increase

·      Other Employee Perks

Additional Information:

·      Currently on a hybrid work setup.

·      Salary Range: $97,500 - $100,769/year.

·      This job is for immediate placement.

·      Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.

·      This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.