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The Sensei by Nobu Host/ess welcomes guests, manages seating, coordinates reservations, explains restaurant offerings, and supports smooth front-of-house service. Candidates should have strong communication and organization skills, a professional appearance, a friendly attitude, and the ability to remain calm in a busy luxury dining environment. Previous restaurant, hotel, or guest-service experience is helpful, while knowledge of Japanese cuisine and wine is an advantage. The role requires flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to stand for extended periods and work effectively with a diverse hospitality team. A genuine interest in personalized service and guest satisfaction is expected.
Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort, is a luxury wellness retreat located on the Hawaiian island of Lanai. The resort combines personalized wellness programs, outdoor activities, spa treatments, healthy cuisine, and highly attentive Four Seasons service. Sensei Lanai is associated with Nobu, offering guests an elevated Japanese dining experience in a relaxed island setting. As part of the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts network, the property emphasizes exceptional service, teamwork, discretion, and attention to detail. Employees work with international guests and colleagues while representing both the Four Seasons and Sensei hospitality standards. The resort environment is intimate and nature-focused, with opportunities to develop hospitality skills in guest services, food and beverage, wellness, and luxury resort operations.
Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.
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