和食調理人 (一般職) / Japanese Cook

Job Description

The Japanese Cook prepares and presents Japanese dishes according to The Ritz-Carlton’s quality and sanitation standards. Duties include ingredient preparation, cooking, plating, maintaining an organized workstation, monitoring food quality, and supporting smooth kitchen operations. Candidates are expected to have practical Japanese cooking experience, sound knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a multicultural team. Professional hospitality experience, flexibility for shifts, weekends, and holidays, and a guest-focused attitude are advantageous. Japanese communication skills are generally important, while English ability may be useful in an international resort environment.

Company Info

The Ritz-Carlton Okinawa is a luxury resort operated by Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. Located in Okinawa’s scenic northern region, the resort combines contemporary luxury with local Ryukyu culture, offering guest rooms, villas, restaurants, spa facilities, golf access, and extensive leisure experiences. The Ritz-Carlton brand is known for highly personalized service, refined dining, strong service standards, and employee development. Team members typically work in an international environment and receive structured training, employee benefits, and opportunities to build careers within Marriott’s global hotel network. The resort serves both Japanese and overseas visitors, making culinary roles particularly important to delivering authentic, high-quality dining experiences.

Destination Guide

Okinawa is a subtropical Japanese island prefecture known for beaches, coral reefs, distinctive Ryukyu culture, and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Hospitality, restaurant, tourism, spa, and resort jobs are major sources of employment, especially in Naha and northern resort areas. Living costs can be moderate outside central Naha, although accommodation and transport may require planning because public transit is limited in many areas. Okinawan culture values community, local food, music, and a slower pace of life, while workplaces generally follow Japanese standards of punctuality, teamwork, and service. Foreign workers usually need an appropriate work visa before starting employment; hotels commonly support eligible applicants with required documentation, but sponsorship should be confirmed directly. Relocation involves arranging housing, residence registration, health insurance, banking, and transportation. Japanese ability is strongly helpful for daily life and kitchen communication.