Full-Time | PM Shift | Competitive Pay + Benefits | Start ASAP
Nisei is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Russian Hill, San Francisco, led by Chef David Yoshimura, that reimagines Japanese-American cuisine through the lens of fine dining and seasonality. Within our first year, we earned: Michelin Star, Michelin “Young Chef Award” and a James Beard Award Nomination.
We celebrate the craft of cooking, blending Japanese technique, California’s best ingredients, and an obsessive respect for detail. Our team regularly visits local farms and wineries to deepen our connection to the people and places behind every ingredient.
Who We’re Looking For:
We’re opening our doors to chefs who are passionate, curious, and hungry to grow. Whether you’re early in your career or already seasoned, this is an opportunity to learn, refine, and create at the highest level.
We’re hiring for multiple positions:
Prep Cooks: Build strong fundamentals and learn Michelin-level precision.
Line Cooks: Run your own station, execute daily service, and hone your craft.
Pastry Cooks: Explore Japanese flavors through delicate technique and modern presentation.
CDC/Sous Chefs: Lead, mentor, and shape the next evolution of Nisei’s cuisine.
What You’ll Gain:
Hands-on training and mentorship from a Michelin-starred leadership team
A collaborative environment that values curiosity and humility
Exposure to advanced Japanese techniques, fermentation, sushi, and confectionery
Rotations through stations to build well-rounded skills
Quarterly learning trips to partner farms and wineries
Clear growth pathways (Prep → Line → Senior → Leadership)
Ideal Candidates:
1–5+ years of professional kitchen experience (Michelin or fine dining preferred)
Culinary school graduate or equivalent training a plus
Strong knife skills, attention to detail, and clean work habits
Passion for Japanese cuisine and innovation
Team-oriented with strong communication
Reliable, organized, and eager to improve daily
Flexible availability (evenings, weekends, events)
Compensation & Benefits:
Pay: $22–$27/hour depending on experience
Paid Vacation: 10 days per year
Observed Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Day
Winter Break: 1 week off in January
Summer Break: 1 week off around July 4th
Parental Leave: Maternal & Paternal
Health Insurance: Available after 3-month trial
CalSavers Retirement Plan
Dining & Beverage Discounts
Family Meal Provided Daily
Quarterly Learning Opportunities & Field Trips
Our Culture:
At Nisei, we hire for potential, not ego. Our kitchen is built on trust, precision, and mutual respect. Every team member — from prep cook to sous chef, plays a vital role in crafting a dining experience rooted in discipline and creativity. If you value growth, integrity, and the pursuit of mastery, you’ll thrive here.
Start your next chapter with Nisei and work alongside a Michelin-starred team that pushes the boundaries of Japanese-American cuisine, and your own potential.
Start Date: ASAP
Email your resume to career@restaurantnisei.com
