Restaurant Assistant

Omami Linné AB; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 207,000 - 262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career progression

Multicultural environment

Job summary

Omami, Linnegatan in Gothenburg, is seeking a Restaurant Assistant to help run daily operations and deliver an outstanding guest experience. You will work closely with the Restaurant Manager to uphold Omami's standards for food quality, cleanliness, and service.

This role involves supporting food preparation, order handling, and guest interactions, with training provided. Flexible evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts are expected, with opportunities to grow within the Omami organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or food service is preferred.
• Good English communication; Swedish language skills are a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily restaurant operations, including food preparation, order handling, and food service.
• Ensure food is prepared and served according to Omami's recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain efficient workflows to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Support stock replenishment, inventory checks, and proper food storage.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Tools

POS system

Job description

Restaurant Assistant – Omami, Linnegatan, Gothenburg

Location: Sweden

Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time (as agreed)

About Omami

Omami is a growing restaurant concept specialising in Asian Street Food, offering fresh, flavourful, and high-quality food in a modern, welcoming environment.

At Omami, we believe that great food, excellent guest service, teamwork, and operational efficiency are the foundations of our success. We are looking for enthusiastic, responsible, and service-minded individuals to join our team at Omami, Linnegatan, Gothenburg

About the Role

As a Restaurant Assistant, you will play an important role in ensuring smooth daily restaurant operations while delivering an excellent guest experience.

You will work closely with the Restaurant Manager and other team members to maintain Omami's standards for food quality, cleanliness, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily restaurant operations, including food preparation, order handling, and food service.
• Ensure food is prepared and served according to Omami's recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain efficient workflows to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Support stock replenishment, inventory checks, and proper food storage.

2. Guest Service & Communication

• Welcome guests with a friendly, professional, and positive attitude.
• Take customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Explain Omami's Asian Street Food concept, menu items, and available options to guests.
• Handle guest questions, feedback, and concerns professionally.
• Contribute to a positive and memorable dining experience.
• Follow established food safety and hygiene procedures, including HACCP principles.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, food preparation areas, dining areas, and service counters.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and temperature-control procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable Swedish food safety regulations.

4. Teamwork & Operational Efficiency

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve daily operational targets.
• Follow instructions from the Restaurant Manager and shift leaders.
• Participate in team training and continuous improvement activities.
• Help create a respectful, supportive, and positive working environment.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system accurately.
• Process customer payments and follow order handling procedures.
• Handle orders received through delivery platforms and digital ordering systems.
• Use internal communication and scheduling applications as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience in a restaurant, café, fast-casual dining, or hospitality environment is an advantage.
• A genuine interest in food, hospitality, and customer service.
• Good communication skills in English; Swedish language skills are an advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Strong teamwork skills, reliability, and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and follow company procedures.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safety is desirable.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays according to the restaurant schedule.

Previous restaurant experience is preferred but not mandatory. We will provide training to suitable candidates.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is:

• Service-minded: Passionate about creating excellent guest experiences.
• Responsible: Reliable, punctual, and committed to quality.
• Team-oriented: Cooperative, respectful, and supportive.
• Efficient: Able to manage multiple tasks while maintaining high standards.
• Adaptable: Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Motivated: Interested in learning, improving, and growing with Omami.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to join a growing Asian Street Food restaurant concept.
• A friendly, inclusive, and multicultural working environment.
• On-the-job training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression within the Omami organisation.
• A dynamic workplace where teamwork, initiative, and performance are valued.
• Employment conditions in accordance with applicable Swedish employment regulations.

OMAMI – Asian Street Food | Great Food. Great People. Great Experience.

Omami