2026 Job Posting: Oyster Saloon Staff

Come work near the beach! Hama Hama is looking for reliable and hardworking folks to join our Oyster Saloon team in Lilliwaup, WA, on the beautiful Hood Canal. 

Family owned and operated for six generations, we’re a shellfish and timber farm located on the eastern slopes of the Olympic Peninsula. Our reputation for quality is built on hard work and clean water and our mission is pretty simple: use low impact farming methods to grow world-class oysters and trees, have fun, and leave something good for those who will come after us.

The Oyster Saloon is located a stone’s throw from our oyster farm, and showcases our oysters and clams alongside other seasonal PNW seafood. Our goal is to offer thoughtful preparations for world-class ingredients in a one-of-a-kind dining environment. It’s a busy and physical job, but one with no late nights (we usually close at 5 pm) and plenty of fresh air and happy people. 

We're currently hiring for front of house (ringing up orders) and dishwashing. 

NOW HIRING:

• Cabana: ring up sales, pour drinks, restock alcohol, and keep the dining area tidy. Must have a Class-12 mast permit. This position has a Saturday and Sunday schedule with occasional Fridays. 
• Dishwasher/ Runner/ Busser: This position bridges the gap between Front of House and Back of House and requires someone who loves staying busy, is comfortable with pressure and maintains a calm, steady demeanor. This position has a Friday to Sunday schedule.

Requirements include:

• Reliable attendance and willingness to work weekends and holidays
• Ability to fulfill the physical demands of the job.
• Communicate positively with customers and team members
• WA state Food Handler’s certification (this test can be attained after hire).
• Individuals must adhere to all safety standards, including proper care and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  

Physical demands / work environment: Light to moderate work (exerting up to 40 or 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.) Movement includes climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, repetitive motion. Work environment includes exposure to heat and cold of indoor and outdoor environments and exposure to allergens including wheat, shellfish, and kitchen cleaning chemicals. Work may include risk associated with forklift, motor vehicles and water craft; sharp knives and commercial kitchen equipment such as meat slicers (cut risk) and deep fryers (burn risk); risk associated with lifting; slip or fall risk associated with standing and walking on wet and uneven surfaces, ladders, and ledges.

These are in-person, part time (under 30 hours a week) positions, with compensation ranges between $17.13 to $18.50 per hour, depending on experience, plus tips.

To apply please submit a resume to jobs@hamahamaoysters.com, or in person at:

Hama Hama Oyster Company

35846 N US Highway 101

Lilliwaup, WA 98555