Join the team at Kokomo NYC, a vibrant Caribbean restaurant in Brooklyn known for bold flavors, warm hospitality, and an energetic dining experience. We’re hiring for both front-of-house and back-of-house positions, including servers, bartenders, hosts, line cooks, and more. Whether you thrive in guest-facing roles or behind the scenes in the kitchen, Kokomo offers opportunities to grow in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Explore our open restaurant jobs in NYC and apply today to be part of a dynamic hospitality team dedicated to exceptional food and service.

Front-of-House (FOH)

Host/Hostess — Greets guests upon arrival, manages reservations, assigns seating, and maintains the waitlist. Sets the first impression for the dining experience.

Server/Waiter/Waitress — Takes food and beverage orders, answers menu questions, delivers meals, and ensures guests have an enjoyable dining experience from start to finish.

Busser/Food Runner — Clears and resets tables, assists servers by delivering food from the kitchen to guests, and keeps the dining area clean and organized.

Bartender — Prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interacts with bar guests, and may also manage bar inventory and cleanliness.

Barback — Supports the bartender by restocking supplies, washing glassware, and keeping the bar area clean and ready during service.

Back-of-House (BOH)

Line Cook — Prepares and cooks menu items at an assigned station (grill, sauté, fry, etc.) during service, following recipes and plating standards.

Prep Cook — Handles all pre-service food preparation such as chopping vegetables, marinating proteins, and making sauces to support line cooks during service.

Dishwasher/Steward — Washes dishes, utensils, and cookware, maintains kitchen cleanliness, and ensures clean supplies are always available to the kitchen team.

Please use the form below to apply. We look forward to hearing from you – thank you.