This role supports the supervision of Western cuisine kitchen operations at Sheraton Kagoshima. Candidates are expected to have at least three years of professional cooking experience, strong knowledge of Western food preparation, hygiene and food-safety standards, and the ability to coordinate kitchen staff during service. The successful candidate should demonstrate leadership potential, consistent food quality, good organization, and a willingness to support menu preparation, inventory control, training, and daily kitchen operations. Japanese communication skills are likely important, while hotel or large-scale kitchen experience would be advantageous.
Sheraton Kagoshima is an upscale hotel located in Kagoshima City, southern Kyushu, offering accommodation, restaurants, banquet facilities, spa and wellness services, and event spaces. It operates under the Sheraton brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. Sheraton hotels typically focus on comfortable business and leisure stays, international service standards, food and beverage experiences, and welcoming communal spaces. The Kagoshima property serves visitors exploring the region, business travelers, local residents, and event guests. Employees generally work in a structured international hotel environment, with opportunities to develop skills in culinary operations, guest service, leadership, and broader hospitality management.
Japan is an island country with strong employment opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. Kagoshima, on Kyushu, offers a warmer climate, lower living costs than Tokyo, volcanic scenery, hot springs, and access to nearby islands such as Yakushima and Amami. Japanese workplace culture values punctuality, teamwork, respect, cleanliness, and careful attention to detail. Daily life is convenient, with reliable transport, excellent food, supermarkets, and modern public services, although Japanese ability is highly useful outside major cities. Foreign workers usually need an employer-sponsored work visa; culinary and hospitality positions may qualify under relevant skilled-worker or professional categories, depending on duties and qualifications. Applicants should confirm sponsorship, housing, relocation assistance, health insurance, taxes, and renewal conditions directly with the employer and Japanese immigration authorities.
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