Sezanne Commis 1

Job Description

The Commis 1 supports the kitchen team at Sézanne, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi, by preparing ingredients, assisting with cooking and plating, maintaining station cleanliness, and following food-safety and hygiene standards. Candidates should have formal culinary training or relevant professional kitchen experience, a strong interest in French cuisine, good knife and preparation skills, and the ability to work accurately under pressure. Reliability, teamwork, discipline, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are essential. Experience in a luxury hotel or fine-dining restaurant is advantageous. Japanese communication skills may be preferred, while English ability can be helpful in the international hotel environment.

Company Info

Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi is a luxury hotel located beside Tokyo Station in the Marunouchi business district. It is part of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, an international hospitality company known for personalized service, high operating standards, and strong employee development. The hotel offers elegant accommodation, fine dining, wellness facilities, meeting spaces, and convenient access to Tokyo’s business, shopping, and cultural attractions. Sézanne is the property’s acclaimed French restaurant, led by chef Daniel Calvert and recognized internationally for refined cuisine and thoughtful service. Employees work in a multicultural environment and are expected to deliver consistent quality, professionalism, discretion, and genuine hospitality. Four Seasons commonly provides structured training, staff meals, uniform support, and other benefits, although the exact package depends on the employment contract and local policy.

Destination Guide

Japan offers strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, food service, technology, education, and care work, especially in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Okinawa, and resort areas. The culture values punctuality, respect, cleanliness, teamwork, and careful attention to detail. Tokyo provides excellent transport, dining, shopping, and entertainment, but housing and daily expenses can be high. Smaller cities and regional resorts may offer a quieter lifestyle and lower costs. Most overseas workers need an appropriate work visa sponsored by an employer; hospitality roles generally require a valid employment contract and may involve education or experience requirements. Applicants should confirm visa eligibility, health insurance, pension, taxes, and housing arrangements before arrival. Learning basic Japanese is highly recommended for everyday life and kitchen communication. Relocation normally involves securing accommodation, registering an address, obtaining a residence card, and arranging a bank account and mobile service.