Tenshou Collection is an intimate omakase collection bringing Japan's finest culinary traditions to the United States — the real Japan, as it's meant to be experienced.
Each counter is helmed by chefs drawn from Japan's top 100 restaurants, delivering an immersive, counter-only dining experience built on the art of omotenashi. From Edomae sushi to open-flame craft, every seat is a rare, close encounter with the true essence of Japanese cuisine.
Opening in West Hollywood and Las Vegas in 2026 followed by locations in New York. Tenshou Collection is assembling its founding teams now — culinary, front of house, and management. Be part of something exceptional.
Experience Japan, one seat at a time.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
The Sommelier at TENSHOU Collection is the architect of the beverage experience across the entire concept portfolio. You are not managing a wine list — you are curating an emotional arc that complements one of the most precise culinary programs in the world. Every pairing recommendation, every table interaction, every staff training session carries the weight of the guest experience from first sip to last.
You operate across multiple TENSHOU dining concepts — from Edomae omakase to Modern French, Robata, and Tempura — each with distinct flavor profiles, pacing, and guest expectations. Your depth in sake, Japanese spirits, and classical wine, paired with the interpersonal precision of omotenashi, is the foundation of this role.
- Develop and oversee wine, sake, spirits, and cocktail programs that complement each restaurant's culinary concept and luxury dining experience.
- Partner with Executive Chefs to create seasonal beverage pairings that enhance omakase menus and elevate the guest experience.
- Deliver exceptional tableside service by recommending pairings, educating guests, and providing personalized beverage experiences rooted in Japanese hospitality (omotenashi).
- Source, evaluate, and manage relationships with distributors and vendors while maintaining profitable beverage pricing and inventory levels.
- Lead beverage operations, including ordering, inventory management, cost control, storage standards, and loss prevention across multiple restaurant locations.
- Train, coach, and develop Front-of-House teams on beverage knowledge, service standards, pairing techniques, and responsible alcohol service.
- Mentor and supervise Assistant Sommeliers, providing ongoing coaching and performance development.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable alcohol service regulations, licensing requirements, and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) standards in California and Nevada.
- Support restaurant leadership with beverage program strategy, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS
- WSET Level 3 or higher, CMS Certified Sommelier, or equivalent recognized credential — required. Advanced or Master Sommelier designation strongly preferred.
- Minimum 3+ years of sommelier experience in a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment; Japanese cuisine, omakase, or high-end Asian dining experience strongly preferred.
- Deep working knowledge of sake — grades (junmai, ginjo, daiginjo, nigori, etc.), regional styles, brewing methods, and pairing applications within Japanese cuisine contexts.
- Demonstrated track record building, curating, and presenting wine and beverage lists in a multi-concept luxury dining environment.
- Polished, warm, and confident guest interaction skills at the luxury counter and table service level — composure under pressure is non-negotiable.
- Financial literacy — beverage cost management, P&L awareness, inventory systems, and ordering discipline.
- Experience training and developing FOH staff on beverage fundamentals, pairing language, and guest interaction standards.
- Proficiency with beverage inventory management systems and POS/tablet devices as applicable.
Schedule Expectations
- Evening and weekend availability required. Shifts typically 8–12 hours.
Pay: $78,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
