Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Why We’re Different
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, 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 of paid vacation every 6 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 work week
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.
Employment Status & Benefits Eligibility- 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 bartenders who understand that great hospitality lives at the intersection of product knowledge, efficiency, and genuine guest connection.
This role is responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality beverages while maintaining strong engagement with guests and supporting the overall flow of service.
Summary of Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Prepare cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages with consistency and precision
- Enter and manage orders accurately using the Toast POS system
- Maintain strong knowledge of beverage program, ingredients, and menu offerings
- Engage with guests at the bar and in the dining room in a warm and professional manner
- Make thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences
- Answer questions about beverages and menu offerings clearly and confidently
- Monitor guest experience and respond promptly to requests or concerns
- Verify guest identification to ensure compliance with alcohol service laws
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area at all times
- Manage bar setup, breakdown, and side work responsibilities
- Maintain awareness of inventory levels and communicate needs to management
- Assist servers and team members as needed to ensure smooth operations
- Maintain awareness of service flow and adjust accordingly
- Maintain beverage quality, consistency, and presentation standards
- Ensure accuracy and efficiency in order execution
- Support overall dining room operations during service
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Be available to support operational needs as directed by management
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits
- Experience with POS systems (Toast preferred)
- Strong communication and multitasking skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Understanding of safety, sanitation, and alcohol service procedures
- Ability to model and act in accordance with Noko guiding principles
- Constant standing and movement
- Occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs
- Frequent reaching, bending, and repetitive motion
- Continuous use of hands and wrists
Disclaimer
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, 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 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.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($5.00) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts, Gym Membership, Telehealth, Travel Stipend
Required Skills
Customer Service
Attention to Detail
Team Collaboration
Time Management
Problem Solving Skills
Adaptability
Positive Attitude
Conflict Resolution
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Noko Nashville is an Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant located in East Nashville, founded by Partners Jon Murray, Wilson Brannock, and 2025 James Beard semi-finalist Executive Chef Dung “Junior” Vo. Rooted in “affordable luxury,” Noko pairs elevated, globally-influenced cooking with a welcoming, neighborhood-driven experience. The restaurant has earned recognition from OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S. and the New York Times’ 25 Best Restaurants in Nashville Right Now, and features warm, modern interiors designed by The Restaurant Studio. Blending traditional Asian flavors with contemporary Southern techniques, Noko offers dinner and Sunday brunch alongside an Asian-inspired cocktail program and curated sake list.
Beyond the plate, Noko is guided by a people-over-profit ethos, with an extensive employee betterment program that includes a yearly travel stipend, complimentary access to online therapy, paid gym/yoga memberships, company-funded health insurance, and two weeks paid vacation. Noko donates 1% of net profits to the Nashville Children’s Alliance (NCA), a nonprofit dedicated to healing and justice for children affected by abuse and co-hosts the annual “Dine to Shine” gala, which raises funds for child advocacy services. For more information, visit nokonashville.com and follow @nokonashville.
Noko’s sister restaurant next door, Kase x Noko, is a 14-seat omakase experience driven by affordable luxury ($75/person) and is among the hardest reservations to secure in the country.






