Artisan In Paso Robles Announces Daniel Green As General Manager

Co-Owner Mike Kobayashi to Oversee Operations as Restaurant Relocates in June

Artisan, the acclaimed American restaurant by brothers Chris and Mike Kobayashi in the heart of Paso Robles, announces hospitality veteran Daniel Green has joined the team as the restaurant's General Manager. Green began training in mid-March, 2013 and will be influential in Artisan's move to its new location at 843 12th Street in Paso Robles, scheduled for June of this year.

Brother Mike Kobayashi has held this position since Artisan opened in 2006 but now feels it's an appropriate time to bring in Green as General Manager. In additional to overseeing the business at Artisan, Mike Kobayashi is also the manager of British band Def Leppard. With Green on board, they can join forces, with Mike delegating the day to day operations when traveling so he can maintain focus on the many aspects of the family business. "My brother and I are extremely excited to have brought Daniel aboard," states Mike Kobayashi. "His passion and vision for this business is relentless. We look forward to working with him to accomplish more great things for this area and for all of our guests to enjoy." Brother and partner Chris Kobayashi will continue as the Executive Chef, Shandi Kobayashi as Director of Special Events and the Artisan Farm, and Tina Soto as Director of Financial and Human Resources.

Green was born and raised on the Central Coast of California where the majority of his family lives today. He fell in love with the industry while working at Koberl at Blue in San Luis Obispo, a fine dining venue with an award winning wine list. After a few years, Green and a husband and wife team left Koberl to launch their own business, The Cass House in Cayucos, where he worked until 2007. Green's ambition and desire for growth led him to Eleven Madison Park in Manhattan in 2009. Beginning as a Kitchen Server, he advanced to Assistant General Manager within six months at this internationally acclaimed restaurant owned by Chef Daniel Humm and General Manager Will Guidara, recognized for its exemplary food and service. During his four
years at Eleven Madison Park, Daniel and his team earned a three Michelin star rating, a four star review from the New York Times, numerous James Beard Foundation Awards and ascended to #10 on San Pellegrino's illustrious Top 50 list.

Green was always certain about his return to the Central Coast. He wanted to come back and participate in next phase of this region exploding in its expression of regional wine, food and hospitality. His work in New York taught him about the ultimate pursuit of perfection and how to best achieve goals in the industry. Putting these skills to use in California, he could contribute his appreciation for service and excellence valuable to the guest experience. Green sees today's Paso Robles culinary and wine professionals as pioneers that are taking it to the next level and is eager to be part of this exciting growth.

At Artisan, he will use his Sommelier certification in the role of Wine Director and also collaborate in the new craft cocktail program headed by Chef Kobayashi, helping design
drinks that will match the artistry of the chef's dishes. Green will institute systems and programs from a large enterprise that can help the boutique eatery, keeping it personal to this family-run business. Further education is a huge part of Green's mission; everyone can understand where the food, products and wine come from that makes this restaurant a California destination. After being part of a special occasion restaurant, Green is drawn to the daily rhythm found at Artisan which defines the Central Coast culinary community. He looks forward to being part of the family.

Green lives with his wife Erin, in S