Nisei, a one Michelin star restaurant, is currently seeking experienced fine dining captains.
Nisei is looking for individuals that are highly motivated, possess a positive attitude, dedicated
to the hospitality industry, humble, team players, a desire to learn, respectful and honest.
Ideal candidates would ideally have several years of fine dining and beverage experience, however Nisei is willing to train the right candidate and provide them the tools to succeed and grow within the industry. Candidates should be team oriented as they will be collaborating with employees to create an exciting and professional environment to execute service standards.
Candidates should come with a desire to learn about Japanese food, Sake, Wine, and Japanese culture. Opportunity for education and growth is available.
Nisei hires based on merit and stresses the importance of equal opportunity for all candidates. Nisei prides itself on a safe and healthy work environment that encourages individuals to grow professionally while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
Competitive pay in regards to industry standards is offered as well as ten days paid vacation, paternal/maternal leave, and health insurance after a one month trial period.
Opened in August 2021, Restaurant Nisei is the premier fine dining Californian Japanese establishment in San Francisco. Started in 2019 as a pop-up, Nisei has evolved over several years before establishing its home in Russian hill at the previous La Folie restaurant.
Nisei is proud to source ingredients from the best local farms and purveyors in the Bay Area. Staff trips occur frequently to farms, distilleries, breweries, and wineries in order to further staff knowledge and establish honest relationships with each purveyor.
Nisei offers a modern innovative take on Japanese American cuisine with a base in Washoku (Japanese home-cooking) in a 15 course tasting menu.
Owner David Yoshimura (Californios, Ishikawa, WD50) is also a certified Sommelier
and stresses the importance of being a well-rounded hospitality professional through hands on
mentorship for each employee.
Next door, Nisei also owns a craft cocktail bar named Iris, which boasts an impressive cocktail program in an intimate setting.
Press:
SF Chronicle
https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/article/An-ambitious-new-Japanese-fine-dining-restaurant-16077936.php
The Bold Italic
https://thebolditalic.com/california-washoku-is-on-full-display-at-sf-s-nisei-and-bar-iris-fde096541ea9
The Hottest New Restaurants - Eater
https://sf.eater.com/maps/new-restaurants-sf
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