Work at Manekineko
Our crew isn't just the friendliest folks on Sawtelle — we're the ones who make sure everyone leaves singing. Come help build the warmest room in the neighborhood.
Be part of the future of karaoke.
Japan's #1 karaoke brand has been getting people to sing in 800+ rooms across six countries. Sawtelle is our first on the U.S. mainland, and you'd be here for day one, helping decide what this place feels like.
The stuff we actually mean.
Anyone can sing
No gatekeeping. We make first-timers feel like regulars and regulars feel like family.
It's A-Okay
Warmth first. Read the room, sweat the small stuff, and send everyone home grinning.
Own the room
See the mess, fix the mess. Take the shift personally and leave it better than you found it.
Raise the bar
Japan's #1 karaoke brand didn't coast. Push the night a little further every single time.
Experience life at Manekineko.
Sing off the clock
Employees get 20% off room time. Bring your friends and warm up the mic on your own night.
Employee meal discount
50% off food items during your shift. The kitchen looks after the people who run the floor.
Get in early
The first U.S. mainland location. Show up, grow fast, and help shape what comes next.
Everyone's on the guest list.
We're building a team as varied as the songbook. Karaoke Manekineko is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The people who love it here like taking care of a room full of strangers and sending them out as regulars.
Questions?
How do I apply?
Email us the role you want and a couple of lines about yourself. No portal, no forms, no cover-letter theatrics.
Do I need karaoke experience?
Nope. We hire for warmth and hustle and train the rest. If you love taking care of people, you'll fit right in.
Full-time or part-time?
Both. We're staffing across front of house, kitchen, bar, sound, and the creative studio — full- and part-time.
When does Sawtelle open?
We're staffing up for the opening right now. Apply early and you could be here for day one.
What should the email say?
The role you want, why you, and when you can start. Bonus points for naming your go-to karaoke song.
Where are you located?
Sawtelle, Los Angeles — one location, one team.
Apply to Manekineko.
Tell us a little about you and drop your resume. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.