The Executive Chef provides leadership and management for the Kitchen Department by establishing plans of character, integrity, and quality which result in the long-range continued growth and profitability of the department, division and Hotel
Job Summary
The Executive Chef provides leadership and management for the Kitchen Department by establishing plans of character, integrity, and quality which result in the long-range continued growth and profitability of the department, division and Hotel.
Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, excellent training and development opportunities, complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, and employee meal and F&B discounts.
The role requires a leader who is culturally adaptable and sensitive, fosters care, engages and leads by example, and aligns with the Four Seasons ethos to create exceptional guest experiences.
Matching Summary
The Executive Chef provides leadership and management for the Kitchen Department by establishing plans of character, integrity, and quality which result in the long-range continued growth and profitability of the department, division and Hotel.
Salary
Base: Competitive Salary and wages; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including social insurance, defined contribution benefit, yearly health checks
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Leadership of culinary brigade
Italian cuisine expertise
Luxury hotel experience
Food and safety protocol compliance
Managing food and labor costs
Culinary team development
Experience in Asian market
Nice-to-have
French fine dining experience
Cultural adaptability in Japan
Innovative culinary guest experiences
Sustainability and brand experiential focus
Strong business acumen
Employee engagement development
Key Requirements
3 to 4 years as Exec Chef or Exec Sous Chef
Legal work authorization for Japan
Experience managing 30 to 40 culinary team members