Sobre este puesto de BBQ Sous Chef en Four Seasons
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Embodying Osaka’s rise as a global city, Four Seasons Hotel Osaka forms the core of a new lifestyle destination at the heart of western Japan’s biggest city and the region’s hub of commerce and culture. As the city’s new icon of luxury and style, Four Seasons provides a pitch-perfect modern take on the quintessential ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) with a range of unique, immersive experiences that deliver a true sense of Japan. From our entire floor of meticulously designed Japanese-inspired guest rooms to our private ofuro (traditional baths), Four Seasons is a contemporary portal to the authentic heart of Osaka, immersing you in the city’s intriguing blend of heritage and modernity.About the role
The BBQ Chef is responsible for the preparation and presentation of authentic Cantonese barbecue specialties, including roasted duck, char siu, crispy pork belly, soy chicken, and other traditional roasted meats. The role ensures the highest standards of food quality, consistency, food safety, and kitchen hygiene while supporting the culinary team in delivering exceptional guest experiences.
What you will do
Food Preparation & Production
- Prepare and cook Cantonese BBQ items including:
- Peking Duck
- Cantonese Roast Duck
- Char Siu (BBQ Pork)
- Crispy Roast Pork Belly (Siu Yuk)
- Soy Sauce Chicken
- BBQ Pork Ribs
- Roasted Goose (where applicable)
- Marinate, season, and prepare meats according to established recipes and standards.
- Manage roasting schedules to ensure freshness and product availability during service.
- Monitor cooking temperatures and quality throughout the preparation process.
- Ensure attractive presentation of all BBQ dishes prior to service.
Quality Assurance
- Maintain consistency in flavor, texture, appearance, and portioning.
- Conduct daily quality checks on ingredients and finished products.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, and sanitation standards.
- Minimize food waste through effective inventory management and production planning.
Kitchen Operations
- Assist with ordering and stock control of BBQ-related ingredients and supplies.
- Monitor equipment such as roasting ovens, duck ovens, BBQ stations, and refrigeration units.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
- Support banquet and special event operations when required.
Teamwork & Training
- Collaborate closely with Cantonese culinary team members.
- Train and mentor junior cooks and commis chefs in BBQ preparation techniques.
- Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal promotions.
What you bring
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a BBQ Chef, Roast Meat Chef, or relevant position in a Cantonese restaurant.
- Strong knowledge of traditional Cantonese roasting techniques.
- Experience preparing roast duck, char siu, crispy pork belly, and other Chinese BBQ specialties.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in luxury hotels or Michelin-recommended Chinese restaurants.
- Formal culinary training or culinary certification.
- Knowledge of menu development and cost control.
- Basic English or Japanese communication skills preferred.
What we offer:
Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
Complimentary Employee Meals
