Japanese-Speaking Server: Front-of-House & Kitchen Liaison

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Yama Izakaya at Yama Zaru in Australia is seeking a Japanese-speaking waitperson to be the face of the restaurant. This permanent, full-time position involves welcoming guests, taking orders, and delivering a memorable dining experience in a bustling venue.

The role requires fluent Japanese and strong English communication, a positive energy, and the ability to stay organized during lunch and dinner rushes.

Qualifications

• Fluent or strong conversational Japanese is essential for seamless communication with kitchen staff.
• Clear, polite, and welcoming English communication with customers.
• Positive energy, strong work ethic, high attention to detail, and customer satisfaction focus.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, seat them, introduce menus, and suggest sushi, hot dishes, and drink pairings.
• Take orders accurately, enter into POS, and serve dishes and drinks efficiently.
• Bridge communications between guests and Japanese-speaking kitchen staff to ensure timing and dietary needs are met.
• Manage tables, clear and reset during peak hours, and maintain a clean dining area.
• Process payments accurately and respond to guest inquiries with warmth and professionalism.

Skills

Fluent Japanese

English communication

Hospitality attitude

Job description

Yama Izakaya at Yama Zaru in Australia is seeking a Japanese-speaking waitperson to be the face of the restaurant. This permanent, full-time position involves welcoming guests, taking orders, and delivering a memorable dining experience in a bustling venue.

The role requires fluent Japanese and strong English communication, a positive energy, and the ability to stay organized during lunch and dinner rushes.