Cashier

Umami Riot Experience; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Umami Riot Experience is seeking a polished cashier for a high-energy, fine dining environment in Boston. You will guide guests through an elevated service experience, manage orders, and support beverage pairings while maintaining impeccable hospitality standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of food and wine, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. You will operate Toast POS and collaborate with a tight-knit team to ensure seamless service.

Qualifications

• Experience in upscale or fine dining service.
• Passion for food, wine, and hospitality.
• Polished, professional, and detail-oriented.
• Able to stand all shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a warm, attentive, and meaningful connection with guests and anticipate their needs.
• Ensure every order is accurate and thoughtfully delivered.
• Confidently navigate our food, wine, beer, and cocktail menus.
• Offer informed recommendations and beverage pairings.
• Use Toast POS efficiently and consistently.
• Execute refined steps of service, including proper glassware and plate presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized dining room throughout service.
• Assist with opening, closing, and restocking duties.
• Communicate proactively with management regarding guest feedback.
• Uphold safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills

Upscale dining service

Food & beverage knowledge

Professional demeanor

Multi-table juggling

Team player

Guest experience focus

Availability nights weekends holidays

Stamina

Toast POS

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Description Umami Riot was born from a simple idea: pair joyful hospitality with uncompromising craftsmanship. Founded by Chef Tim Cushman and sake expert Nancy Cushman, our restaurants celebrate bold flavor, precision, and a deep respect for Japanese foodways – translated through a distinctly Boston lens. At Umami Riot, we’re not here to follow the rules of hospitality, we’re here to rewrite them – with heart, craft and fearless creativity.

Description Umami Riot was born from a simple idea: pair joyful hospitality with uncompromising craftsmanship. Founded by Chef Tim Cushman and sake expert Nancy Cushman, our restaurants celebrate bold flavor, precision, and a deep respect for Japanese foodways – translated through a distinctly Boston lens. At Umami Riot, we’re not here to follow the rules of hospitality, we’re here to rewrite them – with heart, craft and fearless creativity. At Ms Clucks, hospitality is intentional, elevated, and deeply personal. We are seeking polished, professional Cashier who understand that great service is more than taking orders — it’s guiding an experience. If you thrive in a high-energy, fine dining environment and take pride in precision, warmth, and connection, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Deliver a warm, attentive, and meaningful connection with guests and anticipate their needs.
• Ensure every order is accurate and thoughtfully delivered
• Confidently navigate our food, wine, beer, and cocktail menus
• Offer informed recommendations and beverage pairings
• Use Toast POS efficiently and consistently
• Execute refined steps of service, including proper glassware and plate presentation
• Maintain a clean, organized dining room throughout service
• Assist with opening, closing, and restocking duties
• Communicate proactively with management regarding guest feedback
• Uphold safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service standards
• Additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Experienced in upscale or fine dining service (preferred)
• Knowledgeable and passionate about food, wine, and hospitality
• Polished, professional, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable managing multiple tables in a fast-paced setting
• A team player who thrives on collaboration
• Committed to creating exceptional guest experiences
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays??
• Able to stand for the entirety of an 8+ hour shift, lift and transport items in excess of 50lbs, kneel, bend, lift items above head, and work in small or cramped spaces.

EOE

Pay starting at $8 per hour