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Job Title: Sous Chef
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
This role is essential in maintaining high food quality, ensuring kitchen efficiency, and developing culinary staff.
JOB OVERVIEW/RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
Supervise and guide kitchen staff
Help plan and prepare menus and dishes
Ensure food quality and presentation standards are met
Monitor food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
Manage stock, ordering, and inventory control
Step in to lead the kitchen when the Head Chef is absent
Train and support junior kitchen staff
Training and support will be provided to help you succeed in the role.
REQUIREMENTS
【Must】
Experience
Practical experience in kitchen operations within restaurants, hotels, or resort environments
Education and Qualification
Valid working visa in Japan
Possess adequate knowledge and experience to perform professional cooking duties
Skills
Fundamental cooking techniques and ingredient management skills
Solid understanding of general kitchen duties such as preparation, cooking, cleaning, and hygiene control
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Language Skills
Business level or above in English
Competencies
Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism
Ability to cooperate with others to maintain a positive work environment
Flexible and adaptable to changing situations
Friendly, polite, and professional attitude toward guests and colleagues
【Preferred】
Experience
Experience working as a Sous Chef or in a supervisory kitchen role
Experience working in a fast-paced or multicultural team environment
Education and Qualification
Culinary license or relevant professional certification
Formal education or training at a culinary school or similar institution
Skills
Experience with inventory control and ordering
Interest or experience in menu development and operational improvement
Language Skills
Conversational level or above in Japanese
Competencies
Willingness to support and develop junior staff
Motivation to grow into a leadership role in the future
Employment Terms and Condition
Contract Period & Renewal
Contract Period: 11/16/2026 - 3/31/2027
Contract renewal: Applicable
Reason of Renewal:
Employee’s work performance and attitude.
Company’s business demands.
Duty, Work Location & Scope of Changes
Duty: may be changed as determined by the company
Initial Work Location: one of the company’s properties in Niseko Area, Hokkaido
Scope of changes: company properties in Niseko Area, Rusutsu or Furano.
Training may be conducted at other location.
Employees may be required to work at different properties based on operational needs.
The initial assignment will be determined by the company.
Commuting & Workplace policy
Private Vehicle Commuting: Not permitted
Measures to prevent passive smoking: indoor smoking prohibited
Working hours, Days off & Overtime
Working hours / Shift schedule: Up to 8 hours between 05:30 to 22:00
Days off: two days off per week (based on shift schedule)
Overtime: Yes
Monthly Average Overtime Hours: 10 hours per month
36-Article Agreement (overtime): Applicable (Due to seasonal factors and a high concentration of orders from general customers, periods of increased workload are expected)
Salary Package / Benefit
Salary: 1,550 yen / per hour ~
Subsidized Ski Pass on your location or Recreational Allowance
Social Insurance Available (Health insurance, Employee pension, Employment Insurance, Workers’ accident compensation insurance), if eligible.
