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About BVLGARI Tokyo Ginza Bar - Café. Founded in Rome in 1884, BVLGARI is a world-renowned luxury brand synonymous with Italian excellence, craftsmanship, and contemporary elegance. At BVLGARI Tokyo Ginza Bar - Cafe, we deliver an exceptional dining experience that celebrates authentic Italian cuisine with a modern touch. We are currently seeking a passionate and talented Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading our culinary team and maintaining the highest standards of quality, creativity, and service. The position is at BVLGARI Tokyo Ginza Bar & Cafe in Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, in the BVLGARI Ginza Culinary department. The schedule is shift-based, with 8 working hours per day and a 60-minute break. There are 115 days off, with regular holidays in accordance with the operational calendar of the business. This is a full-time employee position with permanent employment and a 3-month probation period with no change in employment conditions. Salary is 5.5~6.5M JPY, competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Key responsibilities include supporting the Chef de Cuisine in the daily operation of the kitchen; ensuring consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality Italian cuisine; supervising, training, and motivating kitchen team members; monitoring food quality, hygiene, and safety standards; managing inventory levels, purchasing, and food cost control; contributing to menu development and seasonal culinary initiatives; and leading kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine.
- Minimum 7 years of professional culinary experience - Minimum 5 years of experience in Italian restaurants or Italian fine dining establishments - Experience at Jr. Sous Chef level or above - Strong knowledge and hands-on expertise in authentic Italian cuisine, including pasta preparation - Experience leading, coaching, and developing kitchen team members - Knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, and food cost management - Thorough understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards - Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, and rotating shifts
- Experience in a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant, or luxury hospitality environment - Experience in menu development and seasonal promotions - Japanese communication skills - Experience working within an international and multicultural environment
- Comprehensive social insurance coverage - Transportation allowance - Staff meals provided - Defined contribution pension plan - Marriott Explore Program - BVLGARI employee discount program - Training and development opportunities