Server

We opened these restaurants because we were done with burnout. Done with leadership that forgets people are human. Done watching talented professionals leave hospitality because balance didn’t exist.

We believe restaurants can be better — and we’re proving it.

At Noko Yaki, the sustainability of our employees matters just as much as the sustainability of our food and our business. Our culture is rooted in positivity, gratitude, sustainability, fun, honesty, forgiveness, humility, and wonder. These values shape how we lead, how we cook, how we serve, and how we take care of each other.

• Our employee betterment program is intentional and protected:
  • 1 week paid vacation every six months
  • Paid birthdays off
  • Closed Mondays + 10 additional holidays closed
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Complimentary online therapy access
  • Paid gym membership and group yoga
  • Annual travel stipend
  • 4 day workweek

We are building restaurants people can build their lives around.

We are creating happy, sustainable workplaces where people thrive — with more time for family and friends, deeper human connection, and the chance to explore the world through travel.

Opening on Nashville’s West Side as an Asian-inspired steakhouse, Noko Yaki is the third concept from the team behind Noko Nashville and Kase x Noko.

• All hourly roles may be offered as full-time or part-time positions based on business needs
• Full-time team members are expected to work a minimum of 4 days per week
• Part-time team members receive 1 week of paid vacation annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance is partially covered for hourly employees

We are hiring servers who understand that great service is both technical and emotional, and that hospitality is by the far most important.

This role is responsible for creating a thoughtful, efficient, and memorable guest experience while maintaining strong awareness of pacing, communication, and detail.

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Guest engagement and hospitality are non-negotiable expectations of this role
• Welcome and greet guests and create a strong first impression
• Guide guests through menu offerings, specials, and changes
• Make thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences
• Answer questions about food, beverages, and restaurant operations
• Ask all guests about allergies or dietary restrictions and communicate them clearly to management, kitchen, and expo
• Enter food and beverage orders accurately using the Toast POS system
• Verify guest identification for alcohol service
• Deliver food and beverages in a timely and professional manner
• Monitor guest experience and respond promptly to requests
• Report any guest concerns to the Manager on Duty immediately
• Perform opening and closing side work
• Assist teammates as needed to ensure smooth operations
• Maintain clean and organized service areas

• Maintain awareness of dining room flow and pacing
• Ensure accuracy of orders and presentation
• Process payments accurately using Toast
• Support team members during service
• Thank guests and invite them to return
• Be available to support operational needs as directed by management

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with POS systems (Toast preferred)
• Working knowledge of food, wine, beer, and spirits
• Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation procedures
• Ability to model Noko Yaki guiding principles

• Constant standing and walking
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
• Frequent use of POS system
• Repetitive motion and communication

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.

As with all positions at Noko Yaki, employment is “at will” or voluntary on both the part of the employee and the employer. This means employment can be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice and/or with or without cause.

Noko Yaki is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.