Host

We opened these restaurants because we were done with burnout. Done with leadership that forgets people are human. Done watching talented professionals leave hospitality because balance didn’t exist.

We believe restaurants can be better — and we’re proving it.

At Noko Yaki, the sustainability of our employees matters just as much as the sustainability of our food and our business. Our culture is rooted in positivity, gratitude, sustainability, fun, honesty, forgiveness, humility, and wonder. These values shape how we lead, how we cook, how we serve, and how we take care of each other.

• Our employee betterment program is intentional and protected:
  • 1 week of paid vacation every 6 months
  • Paid birthdays off
  • Closed Mondays 10 additional holidays closed
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Complimentary online therapy access
  • Paid gym membership and group yoga
  • Annual travel stipend

We are building restaurants people can build their lives around.

We are creating happy, sustainable workplaces where people thrive — with more time for family and friends, deeper human connection, and the chance to explore the world through travel.

Opening on Nashville’s West Side as an Asian-inspired steakhouse, Noko Yaki is the third concept from the team behind Noko Nashville and Kase x Noko.

• All hourly roles may be offered as full-time or part-time positions based on business needs
• Full-time team members are expected to work a minimum of 4 days per week
• Part-time team members receive 1 week of paid vacation annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance is partially covered for hourly employees

We are hiring hosts who understand that the guest experience begins the moment someone walks through the door.

This role is responsible for setting the tone of the restaurant, managing guest flow, and ensuring that every guest feels welcomed, informed, and taken care of from arrival to departure.

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Welcome and greet all guests in a warm, professional, and timely manner
• Manage reservations and waitlists using OpenTable
• Maintain accurate guest information, notes, and preferences
• Coordinate seating and pacing of the dining room
• Communicate accurate wait times and manage guest expectations
• Escort guests to tables and provide a smooth handoff to the service team
• Answer phones and assist with reservations and guest inquiries
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand and entrance area
• Communicate effectively with management, servers, and kitchen regarding flow and timing
• Monitor guest experience and escalate concerns to management when necessary
• Assist team members as needed to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Complete opening and closing duties as assigned

• Act as the first and last point of contact for all guests
• Maintain organization of the reservation system and host stand
• Control the pace of the dining room through strategic seating decisions
• Ensure clear and consistent communication across all teams
• Maintain professionalism and composure in a fast-paced environment
• Be available to support operational needs as directed by management

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Experience with reservation systems (OpenTable preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to model and act in accordance with Noko Yaki guiding principles

• Constant standing and movement
• Frequent communication with guests and team members
• Ability to manage a high-energy environment

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.

As with all positions at Noko Yaki, employment is “at will” or voluntary on both the part of the employee and the employer. This means employment can be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice and/or with or without cause.

Noko Yaki is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.