Sushi Server — Flexible Hours + Commission (Chicago)

OMAKAI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission model: tips + base

50% meal discount while working

25% meal discount for dining off shift

Medical insurance reimbursement

Free parking

Flexible scheduling

Onboarding and training program

Job summary

OMAKAI in Chicago, IL, is hiring a Server with at least two years of experience to join our team. You will guide guests through our menu, explain how items are eaten, recommend pairings, upsell with honesty, and provide a warm, professional dining experience.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, helping with menu questions, taking accurate orders, processing payments, and keeping stations clean and organized. Japanese cuisine knowledge is a plus; training provided.

Qualifications

• Two years of serving experience required.
• Must be available for at least 2 lunches per week and willing to work at least 1 double per week.
• Certifications for SafeServe, alcohol serving, allergy compliance, and harassment prevention required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and guide them through the menu.
• Explain how items are eaten, recommend pairings, upsell with honesty.
• Take accurate orders, process payments, and maintain station cleanliness.
• Handle allergy requests and ensure timely, friendly service.

Skills

Two years serving experience

Menu and pairings knowledge

Calm under rush

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SafeServe certification

Alcohol service training

Allergy compliance training

Sexual harassment prevention training

Job description

OMAKAI in Chicago, IL, is hiring a Server with at least two years of experience to join our team. You will guide guests through our menu, explain how items are eaten, recommend pairings, upsell with honesty, and provide a warm, professional dining experience.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, helping with menu questions, taking accurate orders, processing payments, and keeping stations clean and organized. Japanese cuisine knowledge is a plus; training provided.