Host

Bamboo Sushi - Bend; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation (2 weeks)

401(k)

Employee dining discounts

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Bamboo Sushi in Bend, Oregon is hiring Hosts to set the tone for every guest experience. You will greet guests, seat them thoughtfully, and collaborate with FOH/BOH teams to ensure smooth service in a fast-paced environment.

We offer full-time and part-time opportunities with competitive pay (base $16.30/hour plus tips, averaging up to $25/hour) and benefits including health and life insurance, paid vacation, a 401(k), dining discounts, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Friendly, professional, guest-first attitude.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to stay calm and positive in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to support others.
• Interest in learning about Japanese cuisine and beverage offerings.
• Preferred: 1+ year of experience in a high-volume hospitality role.
• Familiarity with dining room service standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and seating guests with genuine hospitality.
• Managing waitlists and reservations with accuracy and care.
• Supporting FOH and BOH teams to ensure timely and consistent service.
• Assisting fellow team members to meet guest needs.
• Following all company policies, food safety, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Communication skills

Organization skills

Calm under pressure

Team-oriented

Interest in Japanese cuisine/beverages

Experience in hospitality (preferred)

Job description

Description

Host

Bamboo Sushi

If you love creating welcoming first impressions, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working with a collaborative team, this is a great opportunity to grow with Bamboo Sushi from the very beginning.

What You'll Do

As a Host at Bamboo Sushi, you'll help set the tone for the entire guest experience. You'll work closely with both FOH and BOH teams to ensure smooth service, thoughtful seating, and a warm, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Greeting and seating guests with genuine hospitality
• Managing waitlists and reservations with accuracy and care
• Supporting FOH and BOH teams to ensure timely and consistent service
• Assisting fellow team members to meet guest needs
• Following all company policies, food safety, and sanitation standards

Health, Wealth & Happiness

We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our guests.

• Full-time and Part-time opportunities available
• Competitive pay + tips $16.30 / hour with wages + tips averaging up to $25.00 + / hour!
• Health and life insurance for team members averaging 25+ hours/week
• Paid vacation time- up to 2 weeks accrued annually (years 1-5)
• 401(k) to support your future
• Employee dining discounts
• Opportunities for advancement and continued education within Bamboo Sushi

What You Bring

• Friendly, professional, and guest-first attitude
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to stay calm and positive in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to support others
• Interest in learning about Japanese cuisine and beverage offerings

Preferred:

• 1+ year of experience in a high-volume or guest-facing hospitality role
• Familiarity with dining room service standards and procedures

Our Culture

Bamboo Sushi is committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming workplace where all team members feel valued. We believe in equal pay, equal opportunity, and a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and growth.

If you need accommodations during the hiring process, our HR team is happy to support you.

The Vibe

• Fast-paced, full-service restaurant
• Guest-facing, high-energy environment
• Strong teamwork and clear communication

Physical & Environment Expectations

This role is performed in an active restaurant environment and may include:

• Moving throughout the restaurant to greet and assist guests
• Operating basic restaurant and office equipment
• Standing for extended periods
• Working in a busy, sometimes noisy environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

If you're excited to help create memorable first impressions and be part of Bamboo Sushi's Bend opening in early 2026 we'd love to hear from you.