MNC InsiderMNC Insider

Director of Restaurant & Bars

Four Seasons Hotels

Director of Restaurant & Bars

full-timePosted: Aug 12, 2026Updated: Sep 3, 2026Four Seasons Tokyo - Marunouchi

Job Description

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:Nestled in the vibrant Marunouchi district, just minutes from Tokyo Station and Ginza, the newly renovated Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi offers a rare sense of intimacy. With only 57 rooms and suites, the hotel welcomes guests into a tranquil sanctuary in the heart of Japan’s iconic capital. Reimagined as a contemporary manor, it combines elegant design with the warmth of home, offering an elevated expression of residential living. Highly personalised service, bespoke experiences and tailored itineraries unlock Tokyo’s endless possibilities for exploration, while memorable dining awaits at SÉZANNE, the award-winning French restaurant, and Maison Marunouchi, the hotel’s all-day bistro.About the role Responsible for leading the reservation team, and ensure that we comply with Four Seasons standards. Maximize business opportunity through managing room inventories, making decisions on overbooking and upsell. Manage OTAs relationships. What you will do Maintain a harmonious and professional relationship with the team, co-workers, and all departments. Conduct standards testing including call observation (Internal test call reports for agents who do not be covered by Aspire call) Conduct follow up training sessions and provide timely feedback to the staff Develop and mentor the reservation staff for future advancement. Work quickly in a high-pressure environment and the ability to handle stress. Excellent communication skills. Great understanding of Self-Esteem and Self-Actualization of Team and ensure proper support and help is provided whenever needed. Have the ability to supervise the day-to-day duties of the reservation team and assist as necessary. Hold monthly department meetings with reservation team to ensure communication and address any issues that are affecting the team. Participate in and develop staff training programs and development plans in order to minimize staff turnover and maintain high morale. Particular emphasis should be given to those individuals qualifying for future advancement. Supervise, train and motivate department staff to thoroughly understand all of their duties and responsibilities. Meet with Director on a weekly basis to communicate all activities and report of any concerns. Actively network within the community to attract potential candidates for recruitment purposes. Prepare reviews and development plans and take appropriate personnel-related action (i.e. hire, commend, discipline, evaluate, etc.) with reservation team as required. Assist in other areas of the department as needed. What you bring Technical skills – proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint Require a working technical knowledge of generally accepted sales principles Require knowledge of and the ability to operate computer equipment and excellent Excel and computer skills. Opera, Golden Sales and catering systems knowledge would be ideal and greatly valued. 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 • 50%F&B outlet discount for other Four Seasons Hotel in Japan. • Complimentary Employee Meals • Social insurance • Define contribution benefit • Yearly health checks up Schedule & Hours: • 40 working hours per week. • 10 days off every month except February (9 days) * Successful candidates must possess legal work authorization for Japan and be fluent in English and Japanese business communication.

Locations

  • Four Seasons Tokyo - Marunouchi

Skills Required

  • Wordintermediate
  • generally accepted sales principlesintermediate
  • and the ability to operate computer equipmentintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Technical skills – proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint (experience)
  • Require a working technical knowledge of generally accepted sales principles (experience)
  • Require a working technical knowledge of generally accepted sales principles (experience)
  • Require knowledge of and the ability to operate computer equipment and excellent Excel and computer skills. Opera, Golden Sales and catering systems knowledge would be ideal and greatly valued. (experience)
  • Require knowledge of and the ability to operate computer equipment and excellent Excel and computer skills. Opera, Golden Sales and catering systems knowledge would be ideal and greatly valued. (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a harmonious and professional relationship with the team, co-workers, and all departments.
  • Maintain a harmonious and professional relationship with the team, co-workers, and all departments.
  • Conduct standards testing including call observation (Internal test call reports for agents who do not be covered by Aspire call)
  • Conduct standards testing including call observation (Internal test call reports for agents who do not be covered by Aspire call)
  • Conduct follow up training sessions and provide timely feedback to the staff
  • Conduct follow up training sessions and provide timely feedback to the staff
  • Develop and mentor the reservation staff for future advancement.
  • Develop and mentor the reservation staff for future advancement.
  • Work quickly in a high-pressure environment and the ability to handle stress.
  • Work quickly in a high-pressure environment and the ability to handle stress.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Great understanding of Self-Esteem and Self-Actualization of Team and ensure proper support and help is provided whenever needed.
  • Great understanding of Self-Esteem and Self-Actualization of Team and ensure proper support and help is provided whenever needed.
  • Have the ability to supervise the day-to-day duties of the reservation team and assist as necessary.
  • Have the ability to supervise the day-to-day duties of the reservation team and assist as necessary.
  • Hold monthly department meetings with reservation team to ensure communication and address any issues that are affecting the team.
  • Hold monthly department meetings with reservation team to ensure communication and address any issues that are affecting the team.
  • Participate in and develop staff training programs and development plans in order to minimize staff turnover and maintain high morale. Particular emphasis should be given to those individuals qualifying for future advancement.
  • Participate in and develop staff training programs and development plans in order to minimize staff turnover and maintain high morale. Particular emphasis should be given to those individuals qualifying for future advancement.
  • Supervise, train and motivate department staff to thoroughly understand all of their duties and responsibilities.
  • Supervise, train and motivate department staff to thoroughly understand all of their duties and responsibilities.
  • Meet with Director on a weekly basis to communicate all activities and report of any concerns.
  • Meet with Director on a weekly basis to communicate all activities and report of any concerns.
  • Actively network within the community to attract potential candidates for recruitment purposes.
  • Actively network within the community to attract potential candidates for recruitment purposes.
  • Prepare reviews and development plans and take appropriate personnel-related action (i.e. hire, commend, discipline, evaluate, etc.) with reservation team as required.
  • Prepare reviews and development plans and take appropriate personnel-related action (i.e. hire, commend, discipline, evaluate, etc.) with reservation team as required.
  • Assist in other areas of the department as needed.
  • Assist in other areas of the department as needed.

Benefits

  • general: • Yearly health checks up

Target Your Resume for "Director of Restaurant & Bars" , Four Seasons Hotels

Get personalized recommendations to optimize your resume specifically for Director of Restaurant & Bars. Takes only 15 seconds!

AI-powered keyword optimization
Skills matching & gap analysis
Experience alignment suggestions

Check Your ATS Score for "Director of Restaurant & Bars" , Four Seasons Hotels

Find out how well your resume matches this job's requirements. Get comprehensive analysis including ATS compatibility, keyword matching, skill gaps, and personalized recommendations.

ATS compatibility check
Keyword optimization analysis
Skill matching & gap identification
Format & readability score

Tags & Categories

GeneralGeneral

Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Director of Restaurant & Bars @ Four Seasons Hotels.

Quiz Challenge
10 Questions
~2 Minutes
Instant Score

Related Books and Jobs

No related jobs found at the moment.