Busser

Umami Riot was born from a simple idea: pair joyful hospitality with uncompromising craftsmanship. Founded by Chef Tim Cushman and sake expert Nancy Cushman, our restaurants celebrate bold flavor, precision, and a deep respect for Japanese foodways – translated through a distinctly Boston lens. At Umami Riot, we’re not here to follow the rules of hospitality, we’re here to rewrite them – with heart, craft and fearless creativity.

We’re looking for a Busser who keeps the house sharp, the flow strong, and the energy up.

THE GIG (AKA WHAT YOU’LL ACTUALLY BE DOING)

• Rhythm-setter for the dining room, keeping service moving smoothly and making busy feel effortless
• Fast, aware, and always in motion — the quiet force behind clean table turns and seamless flow
• A guest-ready dinning room maintained at all times: polished tables, clean floors, and sharp presentation
• Strong support of servers and runners, jumping in to keep service fluid and stress-free
• Service stations kept stocked, organized, and dialed in, with opening and closing duties handled with follow-through
• Reliable, high-energy presence every shift — bringing hustle, holding sanitation standards high, and owning nights, weekends, and holidays

THIS ROLE IS A GREAT FIT IF…

• You like to move with purpose and stay in the flow
• You take pride in being the reason service feels seamless
• You spot what needs clearing, resetting, or refreshing before anyone asks
• You work fast, stay sharp, and keep your cool
• You thrive in buzzing, high-energy rooms
• You believe great hospitality starts behind the scenes
• You bring hustle, awareness, and good vibes every shift