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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Role: </span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Head Chef</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\"><br>Location:</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Hakuba</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Contract term:</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Seasonal/Full Time</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Period:</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> November 2026 - March 2027</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Work hours:</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Average of 40 hours per week </span></span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">ABOUT US</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Hakuba Hotel Group (HHG) is comprised of a young and dynamic international team offering the largest portfolio of boutique hotels, premium chalets and apartments and international food &amp; beverage outlets in prime locations throughout the Hakuba Valley. <br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">THE ROLE OVERVIEW</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Lead the kitchen brigade as our Head Chef. Step into the role of Head Chef and command our culinary operations. Your skill and leadership will drive the creation of exceptional dishes, setting high standards for taste and presentation. Your expertise will guide the kitchen team to deliver top-notch dining experiences. If you're passionate about cooking and ready to take the lead in a dynamic kitchen environment, join us and lead our dedicated team of professionals.</span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">HEAD CHEF DUTIES</span></p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Culinary Leadership: </span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Lead and direct the kitchen team in creating and executing menu items with precision and creativity. Develop and innovate dishes that align with the restaurant's culinary vision and customer preferences.</span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Food Preparation: </span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Oversee food preparation processes, including cooking techniques, portion control, and presentation. Ensure that dishes are prepared to the highest standards of taste, appearance, and quality.</span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Kitchen Organization:</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Maintain a well-organized and efficient kitchen workspace, including proper storage of ingredients, equipment, and tools. Implement systematic cleaning routines to ensure a sanitary and safe cooking environment.</span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Team Management:</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring seamless collaboration and efficient operations. Assign tasks, set expectations, and monitor performance to achieve optimal productivity.</span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Quality Control:</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Conduct regular quality checks on dishes to uphold consistent taste, portion sizes, and presentation. Address any discrepancies or inconsistencies promptly to maintain culinary excellence.</span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Menu Development: </span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Contribute to the creation and refinement of menus, considering seasonality, trends, and customer preferences. Continuously explore new ingredients, techniques, and recipes to enhance the culinary offerings.</span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Inventory Oversight:</span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Manage kitchen inventory, including monitoring stock levels, optimizing ingredient usage, and minimizing waste. Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely and accurate ingredient orders.<br></span></span><br></li>\n</ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">WHAT YOU NEED</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Legal right to live and work in Japan</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Willingness to work flexible hours, evenings, mornings, weekends, and holidays, as per the requirements of the establishment</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Ability to handle a fast-paced and dynamic work environment and to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects (such as kegs or cases of beverages), and handle the physical demands of the job</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Strong work ethic and a team first mentality </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Japanese or international license preferred </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Ability to commit until March 31, 2027</span><br><br></span><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">WHAT WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO BE LIKE</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">You speak Japanese or English but ideally both</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">You are reliable and trustworthy</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">You care about your appearance</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">You have a great team spirit and easily connect with others</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">You have a guest-first approach to hospitality <br></span><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">A competitive salary</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Employee bonus program</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Happo One lift ticket</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Discounts on local restaurants and rental shops</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">A variety of shift patterns to allow for plenty of time on the mountain</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">The opportunity to live and work and play in one of the world's snowiest ski resorts </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">A friendly, enjoyable work environment with great people around you</span><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">HEAD CHEF SHIFTS</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Head Chefs are expected to work at least 40 hours per week in flexible shifts that can cover breakfast, lunch or dinner. 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