越後商萬 
Echigo Showman is a company that produces and nurtures a wide range of businesses together with local partner companies and independent entrepreneurs, while taking a holistic approach to placemaking and community development.
As part of this vision, we operate a variety of food and beverage businesses—restaurants, izakaya, bars, and pubs—under the theme of creating dining venues deeply rooted in the local community and loved by residents over the long term.
We are currently seeking a Kitchen Staff Member to join our food and beverage operations. In this role, you will support the Head Chef and be involved in all aspects of food preparation and kitchen operations.
Being part of launching a new restaurant from the ground up offers a rare opportunity for hands-on experience, personal growth, and creative fulfillment. As one stage of our broader placemaking efforts, we invite you to work with us to create a welcoming and distinctive dining experience.
Please refer to the job details below for more information on the position and requirements.
We look forward to building an exciting and vibrant community together with you.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Motivated to build a new restaurant from scratch together with the Head Chef and Restaurant Manager
Willing to challenge conventional ideas and create diverse dishes tailored to different customer groups and times of day
Passionate about contributing to local revitalization
Able to commute during the winter season (around Sekiyama, Myoko City)
Required Skills & Experience
Required
Experience working in a restaurant kitchen
Japanese proficiency
Preferred
Management experience in the food service industry
Experience as a food coordinator or in menu planning and food presentation
Job Details
| Position | Kitchen Staff (Food & Dining) |
| Employment Type | Part-time |
| Number of Openings | 2 |
| Work Location | Myoko, Niigata |
| Salary | JPY 1,100 per hour (1-month probation period applies) |
| Working Hours | Shift-based (between 6:00 and 17:00) |
| Holidays & Leave | Determined by shift schedule |
| Insurance & Benefits | Health insurance, employment insurance, workers’ compensation insurance, and employees’ pension |
| Hiring Process | 1.Document screening 2.Interview (may involve multiple rounds) 3.Job offer |