Assistant Director of Catering (Japanese Speaker)

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Catering supports the planning, sales and delivery of weddings, banquets, conferences and other events at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto. Requirements typically include relevant luxury-hospitality or catering-sales experience, strong knowledge of event operations, excellent communication skills and professional Japanese and English ability. The successful candidate is expected to generate business, manage client relationships, prepare proposals and budgets, coordinate with culinary and operational teams, and ensure events meet Four Seasons standards. Attention to detail, commercial awareness, leadership, flexibility and the ability to manage several high-profile events simultaneously are essential.

Company Info

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a global luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts and private residences in many of the world's leading destinations. The brand is known for highly personalized service, elegant properties, strong employee development and an emphasis on genuine guest relationships. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is located beside the Kamo River and near the city's historic temples, gardens and cultural attractions. The property combines contemporary Japanese design with traditional Kyoto influences and offers luxury accommodation, restaurants, spa facilities and extensive event and banquet services. Employees work in an international environment where service quality, teamwork, discretion and cultural understanding are highly valued. The company commonly provides structured training, career mobility and benefits that vary according to the local employment contract.

Destination Guide

Japan offers opportunities in luxury hotels, restaurants, tourism, events, technology, education and international business, especially in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Okinawa and resort areas. Workplace culture generally values punctuality, politeness, teamwork, hierarchy and careful attention to detail. Kyoto provides a calmer lifestyle, excellent public transport, rich history, seasonal festivals and a strong international community, though housing and daily expenses can be high. Applicants normally need a job offer before applying for a work visa; hospitality sales roles may qualify under the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services status, subject to immigration approval. Employers often support sponsorship and documentation, but this should be confirmed directly. Relocating involves arranging accommodation, registration with the local municipality, health insurance, pension and a bank account. Japanese ability is particularly useful for client-facing roles, while English supports communication with international guests and colleagues.