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Enry JP Corporation

HOST

Cerritos, CA · On-site

$16/hr

S, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ is looking for candidates that are passionate about people and food to help spread out our dining culture with the world. We are looking for Host in Cerritos, CA.

Tei-An

Host

Dallas, TX

$10 - $15/hr

Host for Tei-An About Tei-An Tei-An is a celebrated Japanese fine dining destination known for its thoughtful hospitality, refined atmosphere, and dedication to traditional Japanese cuisine and ...

UMI

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Restaurant Host/hostess

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

UMI, a fine-dining modern Japanese restaurant is seeking day-time and night-time host/hostesses who can work weekdays and weekends. Someone who will be friendly and courteous both in person and over ...

Innovative Dining Group

Host

Austin, TX · On-site

This innovative Japanese sushi concept brings together a blend of inventive fusion dishes, a ... WHAT YOU'LL DO A Host's duties primarily focus on ensuring that guests have a positive experience ...

UMI

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Restaurant Host/hostess

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

UMI, a fine-dining modern Japanese restaurant is seeking day-time and night-time host/hostesses who can work weekdays and weekends. Someone who will be friendly and courteous both in person and over ...

SAVORLABS LLC

Host/Hostess

Raleigh, NC

$11 - $19/hr

Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a Host/Hostess to join the team at our new Japanese izakaya restaurant opening in June 2026. In this role, you will manage reservations ...

Sushi Concepts Austin LLC

Host

Austin, TX · On-site

This innovative Japanese sushi concept brings together a blend of inventive fusion dishes, a ... WHAT YOU'LL DO A Host's duties primarily focus on ensuring that guests have a positive experience ...

Innovative Dining Group

Host

Austin, TX · On-site

This innovative Japanese sushi concept brings together a blend of inventive fusion dishes, a ... WHAT YOU'LL DO A Host's duties primarily focus on ensuring that guests have a positive experience ...

Sushi Concepts Austin LLC

Host

Austin, TX · On-site

This innovative Japanese sushi concept brings together a blend of inventive fusion dishes, a ... WHAT YOU'LL DO A Host's duties primarily focus on ensuring that guests have a positive experience ...

Sheng Ramen

Part Time Host/Hostess

Monroe, NC

$14 - $16/hr

Japanese restaurant in Indian Trail is seeking dinner shifts hostess. Qualificaitons: * Need to have basic customer service experience and basic food knowledge, and responsible for the position. PT ...

Nobu Miami

Host/Hostess

Miami Beach, FL

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Nobu Miami is the Miami outpost of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's new Japanese cuisine ... We are looking for Host/Hostesses who are professional, hard working and have the ability to multi ...

Nobu Miami

Host/Hostess

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Nobu Miami is the Miami outpost of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's new Japanese cuisine ... We are looking for Host/Hostesses who are professional, hard working and have the ability to multi ...

Sheng Ramen

Part Time Host/Hostess

Monroe, NC · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

Japanese restaurant in Indian Trail is seeking dinner shifts hostess. Qualificaitons: * Need to have basic customer service experience and basic food knowledge, and responsible for the position. PT ...

Nobu Miami

Host/Hostess

Miami Beach, FL

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Nobu Miami is the Miami outpost of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's new Japanese cuisine ... We are looking for Host/Hostesses who are professional, hard working and have the ability to multi ...

Nobu Miami

Host/Hostess

Miami Beach, FL

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Nobu Miami is the Miami outpost of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's new Japanese cuisine ... We are looking for Host/Hostesses who are professional, hard working and have the ability to multi ...

SUSHISAMBA Los Angeles

Host

West Hollywood, CA · On-site

$20.25/hr

SUSHI SAMBA has arrived in LosAngeles, bringing its iconic blend of Japanese, Brazilian, and ... We're on the lookout for passionate and dynamic Hosts to join ouropening team and help deliver ...

SUSHISAMBA

Host

West Hollywood, CA

$20.25/hr

SUSHI SAMBA has arrived in LosAngeles, bringing its iconic blend of Japanese, Brazilian, and ... We're on the lookout for passionate and dynamic Hosts to join ouropening team and help deliver ...

MINA Group

Host/Hostess

San Francisco, CA

This unique take on the classic Japanese izakaya brings forth a modern take on traditional izakaya ... As a Host at PABU Izakaya, you are the first and last impression of the guest experience. With ...

Gyu-Kaku

Host/Hostess

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$10 - $15/hr

Host/Hostess Employment Type: Hourly The Host/Hostess is responsible for managing reservations ... Kaku Japanese BBQ Join an award winning company! Gyu-Kaku has been awarded the prestigious Hot ...

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HOST

Enry JP Corporation

Cerritos, CA • On-site

$16/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

With over 700 locations in Japan and a rapid growth in the U.S, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ is looking for candidates that are passionate about people and food to help spread out our dining culture with the world.
We are looking for Host in Cerritos, CA.
Responsibilities:
· Operates the hosting software system to schedule and arrange reservations.
  • Manages customer reservations and greets and seats customers in a warm, sincere, and helpful manner.
  • Follows established guidelines, procedures, and policies as prescribed by company standards.
  • Ensures work areas are clean and equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored
  • Helps bussing and setting tables and performs side-work and cleaning duties as needed
  • Provides exceptional dining service to customers in a timely, courteous, efficient, and accurate manner
Qualifications:
· Excellent communication and restaurant experience preferred
· Passionate to provide genuine hospitality
· Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain great enthusiasm
· Be a team player with strong work ethics
· Must be able to work weekends and holiday season (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year)
Pay and Benefits:
  • Starting minimum wage + Tips
  • Employees Discount
  • Opportunities to grow within the company.
Job Type: Part-time
Certificate: Food Handler
For more information about us, please visit our website www.gyu-kaku.com.
ENRY JP CORP (DBA Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ) is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.