Service Captain

Simplevenue; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sushi by Bou in Cincinnati is hiring a Service Captain to lead the execution of service, maintain standards, and support the team across each seating.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in fine dining, can guide others with confidence, stay highly aware of the room, and ensure guest satisfaction by coordinating timing with chefs and front-of-house teammates. This role requires evenings, weekends and holidays, and offers hourly pay with tips.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant.
• Experience leading or coordinating service.
• Strong knowledge of service standards, pacing and sequence.
• Ability to guide others clearly and constructively.
• Decisive, observant and comfortable engaging with guests.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Model company service standards and reinforce consistency during each seating.
• Maintain an active presence and respond thoughtfully to guest needs or concerns.
• Monitor the pace and sequence of service and adjust as needed.
• Keep chefs and FOH aligned on timing, allergies and special requests.
• Provide real-time guidance and support during service.
• Contribute to preparation, training and team feedback.
• Ensure guest-facing areas and service stations stay ready and organized.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

Guest interaction

Service standards

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Now hiring for our new location in CINCINNATI, opening soon.

Sushi by Bou is a modern omakase concept defined by intimate settings, thoughtful design and an energetic atmosphere. As we expand, we are looking for talented hospitality professionals to join our team and grow with us.

Position Overview

The Service Captain leads the execution of service, maintaining standards, supporting the team and helping shape the guest experience throughout each seating. The ideal candidate leads with confidence, remains highly aware of the room and brings consistency and sound judgment to every shift.

Pay

Hourly plus tips. Additional Captain pay is provided for shifts worked in the role.

Responsibilities

• Model company service standards and reinforce consistency throughout each seating.
• Maintain an active presence and respond thoughtfully to guest needs or concerns.
• Monitor the pace and sequence of service and make adjustments when needed.
• Keep chefs and frontofhouse team members aligned on timing, allergies and special requests.
• Provide realtime guidance and support during service.
• Contribute to preparation, training and team feedback.
• Ensure guestfacing areas and service stations remain ready and organized.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a finedining or upscale restaurant, including experience leading or coordinating service.
• Strong knowledge of service standards, pacing and sequence.
• Ability to guide others clearly and constructively.
• Decisive, observant and comfortable engaging with guests.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to anticipate service needs and remain composed throughout the shift.
• Handson and teamfocused leadership style.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.