Kitchen & Service Assistant (Omakase)

Job Title: Kitchen & Service Assistant (Omakase)

Location: Takay

Employment Type: Part-Time / Full-Time

Compensation: Flat Hourly Rate ($17 - $23 / hour, dependent on experience)

About the Role

Takay is an intimate, 10-seat omakase counter dedicated to the craft and warm, attentive hospitality. We are seeking a versatile, detail-oriented Kitchen & Service Assistant to serve as the backbone of our operation.

The Kitchen & Service Assistant will assist with culinary prep, support the dining room during live service, and manage scullery and closing routines. We offer a competitive, predictable flat hourly wage with a clear path for professional growth into advanced culinary or front-of-house roles for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the chef with food prep before, during, and between seatings, ensuring ingredients and garnishes are precisely staged.
• Work alongside the server to clear dishes discreetly, stage ceramics, pour water, and maintain a seamless guest experience across both seatings.
• Wash dishes, tools, and delicate Japanese service ware with care throughout and after service; maintain impeccable sanitation standards across both BOH and FOH.
• Execute opening set-up, end-of-night breakdown, kitchen resets, sweeping, mopping, and waste removal.
• Help restock stations, organize dry and cold storage, and flag low inventory.

Qualifications

• A calm, professional demeanor suited for an intimate, front-facing omakase counter.
• Comfort shifting seamlessly between knife work, dishwashing, and dining room support.
• Deep respect for ingredients, clean work stations, and delicate tableware.
• Strong time management, punctual attendance, and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience in food prep or hospitality is a plus, but enthusiasm, curiosity, and a solid work ethic are prioritized.

Pay: $1,700.00 - $2,500.00 per week

Work Location: In person