This role provides welcoming, efficient service in Sheraton Kagoshima’s restaurants. Responsibilities may include greeting guests, taking orders, serving food and beverages, setting and clearing tables, processing payments, maintaining cleanliness, and responding courteously to guest requests. Candidates should have a customer-focused attitude, good communication skills, a professional appearance, and the ability to work as part of a team. Hospitality or restaurant experience is helpful but may not be essential for entry-level applicants. Japanese communication ability is generally expected; English or other languages are an advantage. The role requires flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, holidays, mornings, and evenings, while maintaining accuracy and composure during busy periods.
Sheraton Kagoshima is a contemporary Marriott International hotel located near Kagoshima-Chuo Station in southern Kyushu. The property combines comfortable accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting facilities, wellness amenities, and views toward Sakurajima and Kagoshima Bay. As part of the Sheraton brand, it aims to create welcoming social spaces where local visitors and international travelers can connect. Employees typically work within Marriott’s global hospitality standards, with a strong focus on guest satisfaction, teamwork, service consistency, and professional development. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hotel companies, operating a broad portfolio of brands across many countries and regions. Working at Sheraton Kagoshima can provide experience in an internationally recognized hotel environment while allowing employees to live in a culturally rich regional Japanese city.
Japan offers hospitality, restaurant, tourism, retail, technology, manufacturing, and education opportunities, especially in major cities and tourist destinations. Kagoshima, on Kyushu Island, has a relaxed lifestyle, lower living costs than Tokyo, rich food culture, hot springs, and easy access to nature and nearby islands. Japanese workplace culture values punctuality, politeness, teamwork, attention to detail, and respect for senior colleagues. Daily life is convenient, with reliable public transport, healthcare, shops, and excellent regional cuisine, although Japanese language skills are important outside international workplaces. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate visa before working, such as an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa or a Specified Skilled Worker visa, depending on the position and qualifications. Employers may assist with sponsorship, but applicants should confirm eligibility, housing support, insurance, taxes, and relocation costs. A residence card, registered address, health insurance, and pension enrollment are generally required after arrival.
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