Japanese Restaurant Fine Dining Server

Rio Izakaya is seeking an experienced, passionate Fine Dining Server for our new Japanese restaurant in Tampa. This is an opportunity to join a growing hospitality group that delivers exceptional service, professionalism, and grace. If you take pride in creating memorable guest experiences, we want you to join our team, culture, and operational excellence of a flagship concept.

Our location: 5232 Bridge Street, Tampa, FL 33611

About the Concept

Rio Izakaya is a modern fine-dining Japanese restaurant showcasing:

• Authentic Yakitori grilled over Japanese Binchotan
• A premium sushi & sashimi program featuring dry-aged fish
• Full cocktail bar

We are building a team environment rooted in kindness, professionalism, and pride—no arrogance, ego, or elitism — only leadership through respect, energy, and example.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Fine Dining Experience in a high-demand, full-service restaurant
• Proven ability to work with and communicate with a diverse team
• Understanding of hospitality, guest relations, and service standards
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to multitask
• Calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Fluent in English (other languages welcome)

You Should Be:

• Kind, fair, and a team player
• Dependable and committed
• Open-minded and highly motivated
• Proud to build and maintain an exceptional guest experience

Salary Range: Above Minimum wage plus tips

Additional Benefits:

• Referral program
• Significant growth opportunities as the brand expands

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person (Tampa, FL)

• We look forward to meeting passionate hospitality team members who are ready to help build something extraordinary at Rio Izakaya.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training
• Referral program

Experience:

• Fine dining: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person