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Restaurant Jobs in Downtown Decatur

At Takumi, every plate starts with the best ingredients we can find, from fish imported weekly to ramen made in house. We're looking for people who care about that level of detail and want to grow with a busy, close-knit team in Downtown Decatur.

Why Work at Takumi

  • A real hourly wage for servers and cooks

  • Bonuses tied to restaurant sales

  • Hands-on time with premium ingredients and a full omakase program

Open Positions

Server (Part-Time)

Guide guests through our sushi, ramen, omakase, sake and cocktail menus and keep every table running smoothly. Experience in full-service dining is a plus; we'll teach you the menu.

  • Comfortable recommending dishes and drinks

  • Friendly, organized, and calm during a busy service

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Line Cook / Sous Chef (Full-Time)

Work the line on our hot kitchen menu, including ramen, grill, and tempura.

  • Knife skills, speed, and consistency

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How to Apply

Fill out the form below and attach your resume. We review every application and will reach out if it's a fit. Questions? Email takumi@takumicuisine.com.

Takumi Cuisine is an equal opportunity employer.

Careers FAQ

  • Yes. Takumi Cuisine, a Japanese restaurant in Downtown Decatur, GA, is hiring a part-time Server and a full-time Line Cook / Sous Chef. Both roles are listed on the Careers page, along with the application form.

  • Apply online: fill out the application form on the Careers page, choose the position you want, and attach your resume as a PDF or Word file. Takumi Cuisine reviews every application and contacts applicants whose experience is a match. Questions can go to takumi@takumicuisine.com.

  • Not for the Server role. Full-service experience helps, but Takumi Cuisine trains every server on its sushi, omakase, sake and cocktail menus.

  • Servers at Takumi Cuisine earn a real hourly wage plus bonuses tied to restaurant sales. Pay details are covered in the interview.

  • Yes. The Server position at Takumi Cuisine is part-time. The Line Cook / Sous Chef position is full-time.

  • A line cook prepares dishes at one station during service, such as grill, fry or ramen. A sous chef is the kitchen's second in command: they run the line, train cooks, and support the head chef with prep, ordering and quality.

  • Servers and cooks at Takumi Cuisine earn a real hourly wage plus bonuses tied to restaurant sales, and they train with premium ingredients and a full omakase program.

  • Takumi Cuisine is at 250 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, in Downtown Decatur. The restaurant is open seven days a week: Sunday to Thursday 11:30 am to 9:30 pm, and Friday and Saturday 11:30 am to 10 pm.