BUSSER / SHOTO WASHINGTON DC

SHOTO DC LLC • Washington, DC

6h • Onsite

About The Position

SHOTO Washington DC is the latest concept from renowned restaurateurs and venture capitalist Arjun Waney (ZUMA, ROKA, COYA, La Petite Maison [LPM] & The Arts Club). Launched in the heart of the Nation's Capital, SHOTO offers a contemporary, sophisticated twist on the Japanese izakaya style of informal dining, while respecting traditional techniques and culture. The 140-seat boutique Japanese restaurant, designed by world-renowned interior designer Noriyoshi Muramatsu of Studio Glitt in Tokyo, features a bar-lounge area, wine, sake, and whisky cellars, an open kitchen with a robata grill and sushi counter seating, private dining rooms, and an intimate, landscaped outdoor terrace. Showcasing the unique flavors of modern Japanese-influenced cuisine, the menu features a variety of shared plates, including snacks, sushi, and tempura, as well as skewers of meats, fish, poultry, and seafood from the robata grill. The high-energy bar and lounge at SHOTO will offer bespoke, handcrafted specialty cocktails and an extensive selection of Japanese Sake, Shochu, and rare, hard-to-find Whisky. SHOTO Washington DC is located at Midtown Center, 1100 15th Street NW, Washington DC 20005. Our entrance is on L Street NW, between 15th and 16th Streets NW.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent teamwork skills and a positive, professional attitude.
• Clear communication skills.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Availability to work lunch and dinner shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Support exceptional service and be part of a refined hospitality team.
• Maintain a polished dining room.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume setting while maintaining composure.
• Follow directions.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper table maintenance standards.
• Understand guest service flow and timing in a fine dining environment.

Benefits

• Included in the tip pool, with competitive annual earnings based on base pay rate plus tips
• Competitive compensation package reflecting experience, performance, and tip participation
• Partial employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Commuter benefit program
• Freshly prepared staff meals while on duty
• Employee dining discount program
• Extensive training, professional development, and career advancement opportunities
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed