The posting
Server – Hiroki‑San Detroit
About Hiroki‑San
Hiroki‑San is an immersive, soulful Japanese dining experience located inside Detroit’s iconic and beautifully restored Book Tower. Rooted in tradition, technique, and a deep respect for Japanese culinary culture, Hiroki‑San blends the precision of classic Japanese cooking with a contemporary, design‑driven atmosphere.
The menu highlights the finest Japanese ingredients—many flown in weekly from Tokyo’s Toyosu Market—and showcases both traditional and modern preparations. The beverage program mirrors this dedication to craft, featuring cocktails built around single ingredients, curated sake pairings, and premium Japanese whiskies.
Explore the concept: https://www.taleofhirokisan.com
About Method Co.
Method Co. is a boutique hospitality company that develops, designs, and operates a portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and apartment-style accommodations across the country. With a focus on culturally relevant and design-driven experiences, Method Co. creates spaces that blend thoughtful service, elevated design, and a deep sense of place.
Position Overview
Hiroki‑San Detroit is seeking a poised, knowledgeable, and hospitality‑driven Server to join our front‑of‑house team. This role is ideal for someone who values precision, cultural respect, and warm, attentive service. As a Server, you will guide guests through a refined Japanese dining experience—sharing menu knowledge, anticipating needs, and delivering service that feels both elevated and deeply personal.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide warm, polished, and attentive service throughout the guest experience
- Guide guests through the menu with confidence, offering thoughtful recommendations
- Maintain deep knowledge of Japanese ingredients, preparation styles, and sourcing
- Execute precise steps of service aligned with Hiroki‑San’s elevated standards
- Collaborate closely with the sushi, robata, and culinary teams to ensure seamless pacing
- Manage tables efficiently, including order entry, coursing, and payment handling
- Support beverage service, including sake, wine, cocktails, and Japanese spirits
- Maintain a clean, organized section and uphold all sanitation standards
- Anticipate guest needs and resolve issues with grace and professionalism
Qualifications
- 1–2 years of serving experience in upscale, fine‑dining, or Japanese‑inspired restaurants
- Strong knowledge of food, beverage, and service fundamentals
- Interest in Japanese cuisine, culture, and ingredients (training provided)
- Excellent communication skills and a calm, polished presence
- Ability to multitask and stay composed in a high‑intensity environment
- Team‑oriented mindset with a commitment to hospitality
- Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay + tips
- Opportunities for growth within a dynamic hospitality group
- A collaborative, design-driven work environment
- Employee dining perks across Method Co. Properties
- Sick time & Vacation
- Health, Vision, Dental benefits
Working Conditions/Environment:
- The person having this position may have to stand and/or walk, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for eight (8) hours per day.
- Agility in executing fast-paced movements to navigate different areas of the property efficiently.
- The person having this responsibility may have to move, pull, carry, or lift objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
- The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of the position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Method Co., along with its affiliates, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.
Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
