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Being part of this crew means infinite bragging rights. We are always looking for friendly, hard-working people who love great food and even better hospitality.
The Umekes Fish Market Bar and Grill sign above the entrance in Kailua-Kona

Why Umekes

a kitchen worth showing up for

  • Ohana culture

    Work alongside a tight-knit team that treats each other like family.

  • Grow with us

    Learn from an award-winning kitchen and build a real hospitality career.

  • Share the aloha

    Bring the boat-to-bowl experience and island hospitality to every guest.

Now hiring in Kailua-Kona

open positions

  • Bartender

    Full Time · Kailua-Kona

    Pour for a busy bar that runs on fresh fish, cold beer, and a happy hour crowd.

  • Counter Help

    Full Time · Kailua-Kona

    Talk poke all day: describe every style, hand out samples, and send guests home happy.

  • Dishwasher

    Full Time or Part Time · Kailua-Kona

    Join the back of house ohana. No experience required, we will teach you.

  • Fish Cutter

    Full Time or Part Time · Kailua-Kona

    Break down fresh Big Island fish and mix the poke our name is built on.

  • Line Cook

    Full Time · Kailua-Kona

    Work a busy line turning out lau lau, katsu, and fresh catch every night.

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dive into a career with umekes

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