Demi Chef de Partie (ADD)

Role summary

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The Demi Chef de Partie supports the Chef de Partie and culinary team in preparing and presenting food for the hotel’s all-day dining operation. Typical requirements include professional kitchen experience, knowledge of food preparation and hygiene standards, good knife skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy hospitality environment. Candidates are expected to follow recipes and Marriott procedures, maintain clean and organized work areas, control food waste, communicate well with colleagues, and deliver consistent quality. Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and holidays is important. Japanese-language ability or experience working in Japan may be advantageous, while a positive attitude, teamwork, reliability, and willingness to learn are essential.

About the employer

The Westin Yokohama is a luxury hotel in Yokohama, Japan, operated under the Westin Hotels & Resorts brand, part of Marriott International. Located in the Minato Mirai area, the hotel combines contemporary accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, meeting spaces, and Westin’s wellness-focused guest experience. Its service philosophy emphasizes wellbeing through programs such as nutritious dining, fitness, restorative sleep, and thoughtful hospitality. Culinary employees work in a professional international environment serving hotel guests, local customers, and events. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hotel companies, with a broad portfolio of global brands and structured training and career-development opportunities. Employees may receive benefits such as staff meals, hotel discounts, social insurance, and other conditions subject to the employment contract and Japanese law.

Working in Japan

Japan offers strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, food service, technology, and international business, especially in Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Kyoto, and resort areas. Hospitality work can provide stable experience, but schedules may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and public holidays. Japanese culture values punctuality, cleanliness, respect, teamwork, and careful attention to service details. Yokohama offers excellent public transport, waterfront living, shopping, international communities, and easy access to Tokyo, although housing and daily expenses can be high. Foreign workers generally need an appropriate work visa, commonly an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa or a specified skilled worker status, depending on the position and qualifications. Employer sponsorship is normally required. Before relocating, arrange a passport, visa, residence registration, health insurance, bank account, accommodation, and basic Japanese language skills. Requirements can change, so confirm details with the employer and Japan’s immigration authorities.