Scott Mattson is a creative and operational specialist with experience in music performance, music education, hospitality management, and the fine wine industry. A Certified Sommelier with a fervent obsession for the guest experience, Scott directs the music programming, provides the perfect pairing for each dish, and pours a lot of champagne.
Nicole Mattson With over 20 years of management experience, an undergrad degree in hospitality and an MBA from the University of Denver, Nicole is a guru in hospitality business leadership. She formerly helped open award-winning luxury hotels in Vail, created service cultures from scratch, and increased revenues through pricing and marketing strategies at Sage Hospitality. Now she's proud to be wearing the many hats of an entrepreneur: full-time “restaurant Mom” to the Nocturne team, adjunct faculty at the University of Denver, and offering leadership consulting with Mattson Management.
If you are interested in joining our team at Nocturne, please visit our careers site at www.nocturnejazz.com/careers
At Nocturne, we believe that hospitality is a noble enterprise—one that brings people together, preserves culture, and fosters community. Over the past decade, we’ve built a jazz and supper club that not only celebrates exceptional food and music but also serves as a cornerstone for connection, equity, and care in Denver’s historic “Harlem of the West.”
Our commitment to the community extends beyond our nightly service. On days when we’re closed, we open our kitchen to The Preservery Foundation, which prepares nourishing meals for individuals experiencing homelessness in our city. This partnership reflects our belief that food has the power to strengthen not only individuals but also the bonds that hold communities together.
Each month, we also craft a special Cocktail for a Cause, with $1 from every drink sold donated to a local nonprofit selected by our team. This ongoing initiative gives our guests the chance to sip with purpose while helping us support causes close to home.
We’re proud to collaborate with local arts organizations such as Opera Colorado, Youth on Record, and the Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts (CCJA)—amplifying creative voices and deepening the cultural fabric of our community.
At the heart of our work is the preservation of jazz—a rich, living art form we honor through every dish and every performance. Just as jazz tells stories and connects people across generations, our approach to food and hospitality aims to create experiences that resonate deeply.
We treat our team and partners with respect, transparency, and integrity, supporting them with fair wages, benefits, and opportunities for growth. This investment in people reflects our belief that a thriving culture starts from within.
Ultimately, our mission is to create a space where all—guests, musicians, and staff—can feel valued, enriched, and connected. We’re proud to help preserve the soul of our community—one plate, one note, and one warm welcome at a time.
