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SSW Opportunities

Start your career in Japan with the Specified Skilled Worker visa program. We connect you with top employers who sponsor your visa.

What is SSW Visa?

The Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) visa allows foreigners to work in Japan's food service industry for up to 5 years, with possibility of extension.

  • No Japanese degree required
  • Employer-sponsored visa
  • Family can join after 1 year
  • Path to permanent residency
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Eligibility Check

Japanese language skills (N4 level) + relevant experience or training

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Job Matching

We match your skills with 500+ SSW-approved employers

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Visa Support

Complete assistance from application to arrival in Japan

Current SSW Openings

Japanese restaurant kitchen workspace

Kitchen Assistant

Sushi Restaurant • Tokyo

¥200,000 - ¥240,000/month

Japanese chefs preparing food together

Ramen Chef

Ramen Chain • Osaka

¥230,000 - ¥280,000/month

Career Support

Expert guidance to transition smoothly into Japan's food service industry

Career counseling session with professional guidance

Step-by-Step Support

1

Resume Review

Japanese-style resume optimization

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Interview Prep

Mock interviews in Japanese and English

3

Career Counseling

Personal guidance for career transitions

Professional career counseling session

One-on-One Counseling

Personal sessions with industry experts

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Resume Templates

Japan-ready resume formats

Comfortable consultation environment

Interview Practice

Mock interviews with feedback

For Employers

Post jobs and find skilled international workers for your restaurant

Why Choose Us?

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Qualified Candidates

Pre-screened workers with verified skills and visa eligibility

Fast Hiring

Fill positions in days, not months

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Visa Support

Complete SSW visa handling and documentation

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500+
Active Employers

Simple Pricing

Basic

¥5,000

per job post

  • 30-day listing
  • Basic candidate matching
  • Email notifications

Professional

¥15,000

per job post

  • 60-day listing
  • Premium candidate matching
  • SSW visa support
  • Priority placement

Enterprise

Custom

contact us

  • Unlimited listings
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Full recruitment service
  • Custom solutions
  • Happy chef making dough
    "Found my dream sushi chef job in Tokyo within 2 weeks! FoodWork Japan made the SSW visa process so easy."

    Dinesh P.

    Sushi Chef • Tokyo

  • Chef holding plate
    "The career support team helped me transition from hotel work to a ramen chef. Now I earn 40% more!"

    Maria S.

    Ramen Chef • Osaka

  • Restaurant staff group
    "As a restaurant owner, I found 3 amazing chefs through FoodWork Japan. Highly recommended!"

    Kenji T.

    Restaurant Owner • Kyoto

  • Happy chef making dough
    "Found my dream sushi chef job in Tokyo within 2 weeks! FoodWork Japan made the SSW visa process so easy."

    Dinesh P.

    Sushi Chef • Tokyo

  • Chef holding plate
    "The career support team helped me transition from hotel work to a ramen chef. Now I earn 40% more!"

    Maria S.

    Ramen Chef • Osaka

  • Restaurant staff group
    "As a restaurant owner, I found 3 amazing chefs through FoodWork Japan. Highly recommended!"

    Kenji T.

    Restaurant Owner • Kyoto

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about working in Japan's food & beverage industry

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About

Connecting global talent with Japan's hospitality industry

Your Gateway to Japan

We bridge the gap between international workers and Japan's thriving food & beverage industry. Our platform specializes in matching skilled professionals with restaurants, hotels, and cafes across Japan.

Founded with a mission to create meaningful employment opportunities, we support both job seekers and employers through every step of the process.

500+
Partner Restaurants
2,000+
Successful Placements
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Global Reach

Serving candidates from 15+ countries

Verified Jobs

All positions verified and pre-screened

24/7 Support

Multilingual assistance throughout