HTM, the largest management company in Niseko, Hokkaido is looking for an experienced and driven food services professional to Sous Chef in Kumo Restaurant. The Sous Chef will assists the Head Chef in running the Kitchen for Skye Niseko's Kumo Restaurant. This is an essential role in the management of operations and the delivery of amazing food from Kumo Restaurant.

The successful applicant will bring the knowledge, experience and drive to continue HTM's position as market leader in Niseko.

Start date: April 2023 (flexible)

• For both the pre-opening and on a daily basis, assist in the food planning and operation of Kumo Restaurant
• Assist the Head Chef in purchasing and receiving for Kumo Restaurant
• Actively cook and assist staff in all kitchen stations
• Help with menu development with the Head Chef
• Oversee cost control of operations
• Ensure food quality control
• Ensure sanitation & safety to meet any applicable law or regulation
• Garbage Management to ensure in line with Kutchan town guidelines

• Sous Chef experience desired
• Language skills: Japanese native or English fluency with basic Japanese
• Computer skills - Microsoft Office
• Professional, courteous and friendly manner
• Natural team-leader with proven experience solving problems in a team environment
• Understanding on how to successful operate a kitchen in order to deliver the required covers
• Ability to take part in the local community, be respected and trusted by community stakeholders
• Shows high levels attention to detail and ability to organise work to achieve objectives and deadlines

Employment Period: Ongoing full time year round

Annual Salary: ¥4,600,000 to ¥5,400,000
(The above remuneration will be divided by 14 and paid monthly with two annual bonuses.)

Location: Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan

Working Hours:

• Average 40 hours per week (shift times vary by season)
• 120 days off per year
• Sick leave: 5 days
• Annual paid leave: 10days (after 6 months of employment)

• Flexi-time system with paid overtime
• Staff meal provided
• Health, social, and employment insurance
• Visa sponsorship
• Staff accommodation available
• Grand Hirafu season pass available at a discounted rate
• Free ski or snowboard lessons (availability dependent)
• Discounts on HTM services and businesses
• Access to language and work relevant training subsidy