Japan Foods Holding
    (8 reviews)

    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    FMCG Manufacturing

    Company size

    101-1,000

    Primary location

    420 North Bridge Road | #02-01 North Bridge Centre Singapore 188727
    Established in Singapore in 1997 and listed on the Catalist Board of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited in February 2009, Japan Foods Holding Ltd (“Japan Foods”) is one of the leading Japanese restaurant chains in Singapore. As at 31 March 2019, the Group operates 55 restaurants in Singapore under various brands, such as “Ajisen Ramen”, “Osaka Ohsho” , “Menya Musashi”, ” Akimitsu” and “Konjiki Hototogisu,” which is a one Michelin Star ramen brand from Tokyo. Over the years, Japan Foods has successfully grown its restaurant portfolio to encompass both franchised and self-developed brands.The Group has expanded beyond Singapore. At 31 March 2019, there was 1 restaurant in Malaysia operated by the Group’s sub-franchises under the “Ajisen Ramen” brand. The Group also has interests in 1 restaurant in Indonesia, 7 restaurants in Hong Kong and 12 restaurants in China operated by its associated companies under the ”Menya Musashi” brand. To further expand its regional footprint, the Group formed a joint venture company with Minor Food Group (Singapore) Pte Ltd (“Minor Singapore”) in December 2018 to launch its brands in Thailand. Through the joint venture company, the Group will also manage and operate Minor Singapore’s Thai restaurants in Japan.For its efforts in corporate governance, Japan Foods was named the “Most Transparent Company (Catalist) “at the 17th SIAS Investors’ Choice Awards in 2016 and also awarded the “Transparency Award – SMEs” at the 18th SIAS Investors’ Choice Awards 2017. In July 2018, the Group received the “Best Managed Board Award (Gold)” at the Singapore Corporate Awards 2018 and in September 2018, it was named Runner-Up in the “Most Transparent Company – Hotel / Restaurant” award category at the 19th SIAS Investors’ Choice Awards 2018.

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    3.48 ratings in total
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    76%
    Rate salary as high or average
    63%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at Japan Foods Holding?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Japan Foods Holding appreciated the friendly working environment and supportive colleagues, as well as the flexibility in schedules and casual dress code. Some felt they had good opportunities to learn new skills that could benefit their future careers.

    However, there were also some potential challenges mentioned, such as the fast-paced and stressful nature of the work at times. A few reviews noted issues with understaffing, particularly during busy periods. Additionally, some employees felt there were negative workplace dynamics, such as resistance to change or poor staff welfare.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Officer
    Sep 2024
    Bugis Central Region
    Great Experience and nice Boss.
    The good thingsFriendly working environment. teamwork but it depends on your team.
    The challengesfast pace environment, must be able to handle the stress.
    1.0
    admin
    Jan 2024
    Bugis Central Region
    worst working place to go.
    The good thingsCasual wear, lunch time flexible
    The challengesToxic people, super stressful
    1.0
    Office
    Mar 2023
    current employee
    Toxic culture and outdated workplace practices
    The good thingsLocation Casual dress code Some colleagues are helpful
    The challengesPeople are resistant to change old policies Poor staff welfare Extremely high turnover
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