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  • Sommelier
    Sommelier
    2 months ago
    $35–$45 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At Togyushi, culinary excellence is matched by a vibrant and supportive work environment. Specializing in Progressive Japanese Cuisine with a focus on premium Japanese Wagyu, we take pride in crafting courses that highlight locally sourced ingredients and the highest-quality beef. Our approach blends time-honored techniques with modern innovation, offering guests a refined and intimate dining experience. We cultivate a collaborative and inclusive workplace where every team member is respected and empowered. At Togyushi, staff enjoy meaningful opportunities for growth, a culture of mutual support, and the chance to work alongside a passionate, skilled team. If you are passionate about food, hospitality, and the artistry of omakase, we would love to hear from you. Role Overview: The Sommelier / Server plays a dual role in delivering a refined and seamless dining experience at Togyushi. This position combines expert beverage knowledge with attentive tableside service. The Sommelier / Server is responsible for guiding guests through curated wine, sake, and beverage pairings, while also executing high-level service throughout the omakase or bistro experience. This role requires a deep understanding of both hospitality and technical service, balancing precision, storytelling, and guest intuition. Working closely with the culinary team, the Sommelier / Server ensures every pairing complements the progression of the menu while maintaining Michelin-level standards of elegance and professionalism. Primary Responsibilities • Act as both beverage lead and primary server, ensuring each guest receives an exceptional, personalized experience., • Curate and maintain the wine, sake, and spirits list with management and culinary teams, ensuring balance, quality, and seasonality., • Execute beverage service with precision — presenting bottles, performing correct pours, and describing tasting notes, regions, and pairings., • Guide guests through pairing options, upsell premium selections, and anticipate beverage needs throughout the meal., • Support full-service duties: taking orders, coordinating timing with the kitchen, delivering courses, clearing plates, refilling drinks, and ensuring table readiness., • Conduct daily pre-service tastings and briefings to educate and align staff on new pairings or beverage offerings., • Manage inventory, ordering, and proper cellar organization for wines, sakes, and spirits., • Collaborate with the culinary team to develop seasonal beverage pairings tailored to Togyushi’s wagyu-focused omakase and bistro menus., • Maintain Michelin-level service standards for presentation, communication, and guest interaction., • Minimum 3–5 years of fine dining experience, with at least 1 year in a Michelin-starred or equivalent restaurant., • Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET Level 2+ or Sake Service Institute) strongly preferred., • Deep knowledge of global wines, Japanese sakes, and spirits, with the ability to pair effectively with wagyu and seasonal Japanese cuisine., • Exceptional communication, poise, and attention to detail., • Strong multitasking ability, capable of providing full table service while managing beverage presentations., • Professional, composed, and guest-oriented under pressure., • Passion for hospitality and continuous learning in both food and beverage.

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  • Brooklyn(Park Slope) Japanese restaurant, Friendly Server
    Brooklyn(Park Slope) Japanese restaurant, Friendly Server
    22 days ago
    Part-time
    Bushwick, Brooklyn

    Join the Wasan Brooklyn Team Where hospitality, culture, and community come together. Wasan Brooklyn is more than just a restaurant — it’s a place where people gather to feel welcomed, nourished, and inspired. Our guests return not only for our food, but because they feel seen, remembered, and cared for. We believe that a restaurant is not only a workplace — it’s a place to grow, connect, and shape your future. If you love people, hospitality, and meaningful service, you may find that Wasan Brooklyn feels like home. Location Wasan Brooklyn 440 Bergen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217 Who We’re Looking For If any of these describe you, we’d love to hear from you: At least 1 year of serving experience Interested in Japanese cuisine and culture Friendly, confident, and enjoys engaging with guests Values teamwork and mutual respect Fluent in English (Japanese language skills are a plus) Positive mindset and willingness to learn Someone who wants to accomplish something meaningful in New York Someone who wants to contribute to the community through hospitality Interested in sake education or becoming a Sake Sommelier Someone with future goals in restaurant, hospitality, or management Experience is important — but we hire based on attitude, passion, and potential. Access 5-minute walk from 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / Q / R / N / B / D subway lines and LIRR Only 2 blocks from Barclays Center Easy commute. Great neighborhood. A lively dining scene. Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $11.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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