Third-generation sushi chef Kunihide “Nakaji” Nakajima brings his legacy to 48 Bowery. The dual-concept space, features authentic Edomae-style sushi at the Chef’s Counter and craft cocktails at Bar at Nakaji.
We are looking for an experienced captain/sake sommelier to join our team.

Our team of hospitality professionals strives to set new standards in service. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar Japanese chef-driven, fine dining environment. 

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professionals to join our team, who have personal love of and commitment to world-class hospitality is a must. You should have strong fine dining experience and be accustomed to providing detail-oriented service in a demanding and busy restaurant setting.

Nakaji is seeking a warm, gracious and sophisticated team member. Qualified candidates will be able to consistently promote and demonstrate positive guest relations and must have a strong interest in food and wine. Night and weekend availability is required.

Ideal candidates will have NYC fine dining experience.

The ideal candidate will be able to:

- Interact with the restaurant guests, fellow staff members, and supervisors in a polite, courteous and hospitable manner
- To oversee the dining room and make it a warm and welcoming place
- Ensure all guests have an exemplary dining experience
- Must be personable and  provide fast friendly service to guests.- Japanese culinary knowledge
- Wine knowledge
- Sake knowledge
- Japanese whisky knowledge
- Service oriented
- Strong beverage & spirit knowledge