FOH

We are seeking experienced bussers / runners, servers, and hosts to join our team for 3 to 4 shifts per week in all three locations (East Village, Soho, and Midtown). The role requires availability on weekends (Friday through Sunday) for lunch / dinner shifts, as well as one additional weekday lunch / dinner shift. Availability for a Monday evening shift is required.

Raku is an upscale casual restaurant specializing in udon noodles along with other Japanese small bites. We are seeking experienced full-time / part-time staff across all facets of the Front of House : food runners, bussers, servers, floor captains, and managers for all of our locations.

The ideal candidate is someone with experience in the industry, unafraid to learn a new restaurant from the inside out, proactively seeks ways to earn the respect of their peers, demonstrates the ability to consistently perform at a high level, and always conducts business in a professional manner.

Day-to-day responsibilities :

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Full knowledge of the food and drink menu and being able to describe and recommend dishes to customers. Being able to explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Stock service areas with supplies such as tableware, linens, and drink supplies.
• Perform opening / closing duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning up the server station, and taking out trash.
• Familiarity with Toast and use of mobile payment terminals
• Familiarity with Resy or the mobile waitlist system is an asset