Server

Job Description

Job Description

Nakama , Milwaukee’s highly anticipated new Japanese dining concept, is hiring experienced and hospitality-focused Servers to join our opening team. Located at 1600 N. Jackson Street , Nakama brings together an intimate omakase experience and a curated hand-roll and small-plates bar , led by award-winning culinary talent.

If you’re passionate about world-class service, exceptional food, and memorable guest interactions, this is an incredible opportunity to help shape one of Milwaukee’s most exciting new restaurants.

About the Server Role

As a Server at Nakama, you’ll deliver refined, attentive hospitality in an elevated Japanese dining environment. You’ll guide guests through menu offerings, support the omakase service flow, run food and drinks, and ensure every guest feels taken care of from the moment they arrive.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in upscale, detail-oriented, guest-driven settings.

Key Responsibilities

Provide warm, elevated hospitality that reflects Nakama’s standards of service and guest care

Guide guests through menu offerings including hand rolls, small plates, beverages, and chef-led omakase experiences

Deliver accurate food and beverage orders promptly and professionally

Maintain extensive knowledge of menu ingredients, preparation styles, dietary information, and chef recommendations

Prepare tables, reset dining areas, and maintain pristine cleanliness throughout service

Process payments, handle POS transactions, and manage checks accurately

Support omakase pacing and communication between kitchen and front-of-house

Collaborate closely with bartenders, sushi chefs, and the management team

Uphold all food safety, alcohol service, and sanitation standards

• Use of our top-of-the-line vinyl hi-fi music system

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience as a Server in upscale, chef-driven, or Japanese cuisine environments strongly preferred

Exceptional communication and guest-service skills

Professional, polished, and poised under pressure

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-expectation dining room

Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating memorable experiences

Team-oriented mindset and willingness to support all FOH positions

Interest in Japanese cuisine, sushi, omakase, and beverage pairings is a plus

Why You’ll Love Working at Nakama

Opportunity to be part of an opening team at a high-profile new Milwaukee restaurant

Work alongside top culinary professionals and hospitality leaders

Competitive hourly pay + tips

Employee dining discounts

Growth opportunities

Supportive, professional, hospitality-driven culture