Global Recruitment
We are home to people from a wide range of backgrounds, regardless of nationality. If you have a passion to work in Japan, why not join us and work in a way that lets your true self shine?
Take on challenges
with excitement
We have staff from different countries that work mainly in store roles such as service and kitchen positions. We don’t just focus on giving our customers an enjoyable experience, we also want our staff to enjoy their work, gain valuable experience in Japan and grow their own strengths and individuality. By making use of your language skills and past experiences, we support every person so they can develop and build a career that suits them right.
OFFERING POSITION
- Employment Types
Full-time employment
Part-time employment
- Job Types
Kitchen
Service (hall staff, reception, bartenders, etc.)
INTERVIEW
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From Greece
Fascinated by Japanese culture and language, he came to Japan in 2024 with the goal of becoming fluent in Japanese. Before that, he worked in the hospitality industry in Greece and the UK, including cafes and hotels. He decided to seek employment in Japan to work while experiencing the language and culture first-hand.
The reason he chose THE APOLLO is because it is a Greek restaurant, and as a fellow Greek he felt a connection to work there. Furthermore, after learning that the Transit Group operates many different types of restaurants, he felt it would be an environment where he could grow, which led him to join the company. As he switched from a student visa to the Specified Skilled Worker (i) visa, he has expanded his role, not only as a service staff member, but also as a bartender. Although he struggles with the difficulty of the Japanese language, he continues to grow every day with the support of those around him. His motto is to take "one step at a time".
Message to applicants:
Living and working in Japan can certainly be challenging, but it can help you improve and grow as a person if you keep an open mind. I recommend learning basic Japanese before coming to Japan. -
From Indonesia
Before coming to Japan in 2023, she was working in the marketing industry, specializing in the gaming field. However, her interest in both the culture and language of Japan inspired her to leave her hometown, seeking a new experience. While studying in Japan, she worked part-time at Guzman y Gomez Aoyama. Drawn to the warmth of her colleagues she met and wanting to further improve her Japanese, she decided to join the Transit Group as a full-time employee.
She is currently working as a member of reception staff at Hills House Dining33, where she handles reservations, phone and email inquiries, and guiding guests. While serving customers in Japanese and multitasking is challenging, she finds it very rewarding when customers feel they have had a wonderful time. In the future, she hopes to use her experience to support foreigners who also want to work in Japan.
Message to applicants:
Many people hesitate to start because they lack confidence or worry about adapting to the work culture. Instead of waiting for the perfect opportunity, it is better to take the first step and begin. Growth comes through experience, and you may discover opportunities you never expected. Sometimes, simply starting is what opens the door to where you are meant to be.
SUPPORT
For those who wish to work full-time, we offer support for the visas listed below.
- Specificed Skilled Worker visa (Food service industry)
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Eligible to work as kitchen or service staff.
Requirements
・Pass the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N4 or above, or pass the JFT-Basic
・Pass the Food service industry Specified Skilled Worker (i) testSelection Process
- Application & document screening
- Interview (online or in-person)
- Job offer
- Visa application & review
- Visa approval & issuance
- Start of employment
- Skilled Labor visa
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Eligible to work in kitchen roles to perform food preparation and cooking duties.
Requirements
・A minimum of 10 years of experience as a chef specializing in foreign cuisine (part-time work, dishwashing, and trainee periods are not included)You must provide a certificate of employment from your previous employer to verify your work experience. You may only work within the field in which you have experience in. For example, if you obtain a visa for Indian cuisine, you are only permitted to work in an Indian restaurant. In this case, the 10 years of experience must be specifically in Indian cuisine.
WORKING VISA
To work at Transit Group stores, one of the following residence statuses or work visas is required:
- Permanent Resident, Special Permanent Resident, Long-Term Resident, Spouse or Child of a Japanese National, or Spouse of a Permanent Resident
- Student visa (work up to 28 hours per week is permitted and up to 40 hours per week during long vacation periods is permitted)
- Dependent visa (work up to 28 hours per week is permitted)
※Please note that Student and Dependent visa holders must obtain permission to engage in activities outside their visa status.
- Designated Activities visa (e.g., working holiday)
- Skilled Labor visa
- Specified Skilled Worker visa (i) or (ii) (Food service industry)
FAQ
- What do I need in order to work part-time?
- In addition to having a residence (work) status that allows you to work at restaurants in Japan, you need a Residence Card, a Japanese bank account, and a My Number.
- Can international students apply for full-time positions?
- Yes, absolutely!
Whether you already meet the visa requirements or are still preparing to obtain them, we will carefully explain every step.
- Can I become a full-time employee after starting as a part-time worker?
- Yes. To become a full-time employee, you need to go through another interview. If you pass the interview and meet the visa application requirments, we can provide visa support.
Please apply by using the entry form below.