Lichtblick Competitors

Zuma award-winning Japanese restaurants have led the way for more than 20 years with their sophisticated twist on ‘izakaya’-style informal dining: a contemporary take on authentic Japanese cuisine which is innovative, while still rooted in traditional methods. Zuma was founded in Knightsbridge, London in 2002 by chef Rainer Becker and quickly established an enviable worldwide reputation. Using the best ingredients combined with the knowledge and respect for authentic Japanese cuisine, Zuma has established itself as a world renowned restaurant. Currently located in London, Hong Kong, Dubai, Istanbul, Miami, Bangkok, Abu Dhabi, New York, Rome, Las Vegas and Boston, Zuma truly is a global force in luxury hospitality. From the warmth and professionalism of our service to the precision and skill of our chefs, every aspect of Zuma is designed to produce an exemplary customer experience. Seeking to create an interior space to match the Zuma ethos, Rainer Becker established a long-term collaboration with Noriyoshi Muramatsu, who worked with esteemed Tokyo design company Super Potato in their first project outside Japan. The result is a stylish environment that blends traditional craftsmanship with urban modernity and takes in every aspect, from staff uniforms to walls and tableware. Zuma is the result of a dedication and attention to detail that is rarely seen in any business. Its reward can be seen not only in our numerous awards, but also in the enduring loyalty of our clientele. Alongside Zuma there is also ROKA, Oblix, ETARU and INKO NITO in the Azumi Restaurant Group.

With 10 properties and more than 800 employees, the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (TKRG) has grown from one restaurant to a large family of businesses. TKRG proudly represents The French Laundry, Per Se, Bouchon Bistro, Bouchon Bakery, Ad Hoc, RO Restaurant & Lounge, The Surf Club Restaurant and The Coral Casino Restaurant by Chef Thomas Keller. The properties and people Chef Keller inspires are known for setting new standards in cuisine, service and employment experiences. Our goal is to collaborate with talented restaurant professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the hospitality profession. As we have expanded over time, the expectations that set apart our restaurants have not changed: ensuring that every guest feels special, and every guest experience is exceptional. A guest can walk into The French Laundry or one of the Bouchon Bakeries and have the most enjoyable, unique and memorable experience. A chef will find the same blue aprons and green tape in each of our kitchens—symbols of a common striving for excellence. Outside the kitchens, every action we take must reflect the generosity, nurturing and finesse within. As members of the TKRG family, we have the responsibility to ensure this consistency. Beyond it all is a mission, perhaps summed up best by Chef Keller himself. “To make people happy, one guest at a time,” he says. “That is what cooking is all about.”

Blue Hill at Stone Barns is a farm-to-table dining experience and a leading voice in the sustainable food movement. Led by chef and author Dan Barber and partners David and Laureen Barber, we have been perennially regarded as one of the world’s most exciting and innovative places to eat, cook, and explore since our opening in 2004. We are located on and partner closely with the Stone Barns Center, an 80-acre working farm in Pocantico Hills, New York. Together, Blue Hill and Stone Barns Center form a passionate research and education community seeking to develop a regional eating culture driven by the needs of the land. Our story began with a family farm in the Berkshires. Today, we’ve grown into Blue Hill at Stone Barns, Family Meal in New York City, a casual Cafeteria, and a marketplace. If you are interested in joining the team, please explore open positions through our website.