Restaurant Manager (Japanese Restaurant)

Role summary

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The Restaurant Manager will oversee daily operations of the Japanese restaurant, ensuring excellent guest service, food quality, hygiene, cost control and consistent Shangri-La standards. Requirements typically include a hospitality or related qualification, several years of restaurant management experience, strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine and service, staff scheduling, inventory and financial controls, and good English communication. Japanese-language ability is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to lead and coach the team, resolve guest concerns professionally, maintain workplace discipline, collaborate with the kitchen and hotel departments, and achieve revenue and guest-satisfaction targets in a busy luxury-hotel environment.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. Its properties are known for personalised service, distinctive locations, premium accommodation and extensive dining and wellness facilities. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on its service culture, colleague development, operational excellence and creating memorable experiences for guests. In Indonesia, the group has operated prominent city and resort properties, serving business travellers, leisure guests, families and local customers. Benefits and working conditions vary by property and employment contract, but hotel employees may receive service-charge participation, meals, training, insurance and other staff benefits.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers hospitality opportunities across Bali, Java, Lombok, Batam and other islands, particularly in hotels, restaurants, tourism, events and wellness. Bali is the most internationally oriented destination, with a relaxed lifestyle, strong expatriate community, beaches, Hindu ceremonies and a busy tourism economy. Jakarta and Surabaya provide more corporate and urban opportunities, while Lombok offers a quieter resort environment. Living costs vary greatly; Bali accommodation can be expensive in popular areas, whereas local neighbourhoods are more affordable. Foreign employees generally need employer sponsorship and the appropriate work and stay permits before working; a tourist visa does not authorise employment. Employers normally handle much of the immigration process, but candidates should verify taxes, housing, insurance and contract terms. Learning basic Indonesian and respecting local religious customs makes relocation easier.