July 31, 2024
Tokyo American Club
A community of authenticity and organically fostered diversity
Established in 1928 to serve Tokyo’s international community, the Tokyo American Club welcomes members from diverse backgrounds, both within Japan and from around the world. It offers a place to relax, learn, stay fit, socialize, do business and build relationships. The Club provides various facilities including a pool, gym, spa, salon, bar, cafe, art gallery, event spaces, fine dining and casual restaurants. Additionally, it offers a range of youth and adult programs, from sports to educational activities.
Work environment, diversity and values
With 57 nationalities represented, not only are the members diverse, but the staff is as well. The Human Resources Director of Tokyo American Club, Jason Dominici, emphasizes that this diversity was not an intentional decision but was organically fostered. “HR hasn’t said ‘We need to meet this quota.’ It has evolved naturally, and because of that, the Club has become a very diverse environment. Exposure to different perspectives helps staff develop a more global mindset, which is increasingly valuable in today’s interconnected world. In that respect, it is quite different from a traditional Japanese organization.”
Staff members often comment that the Club’s diverse environment makes it an engaging place to work. “It’s exciting every day to meet members from different countries and to work with colleagues from different backgrounds. I think this can’t be found anywhere else in Tokyo,” explains one staff member.
When asked what makes the Club unique, the words “relax,” “bond” and “exceed” came up most frequently and have come to represent Tokyo American Club’s core values. “Relax” refers to the calm atmosphere of the Club, “bond” refers to the community relationships that can be built and “exceed” refers to the motivating environment that promotes success. Rather than being created and enforced from above, these values were organically nurtured from the bottom up.
Career development and opportunity
With the diverse range of services offered at Tokyo American Club, there are numerous employment opportunities, each with its own path and potential for growth. Dominici explains that many employees reach remarkable employment opportunities within and outside the company due to the skills they develop at the Club.
In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, employees share that working at the Club has significantly enhanced their language skills, helped them adjust to life in Japan, broadened their perspectives and taught them how to thrive in diverse environments. One employee comments, “Nine months ago when I first arrived in Japan, I didn’t know many people, I didn’t know the language well and the culture was very different from what I’m used to. The Club was a very soft landing. It was a very nice way for me to ease into learning about the language and culture.”
Tokyo American Club’s commitment to work-life balance is another valuable aspect of the workplace environment. One staff member highlighted this: “The Club encourages work-life balance through annual vacation and supports working mothers.” This dedication to employee well-being fosters a positive and supportive work atmosphere, making the the Club an ideal place for both personal and professional growth.
Open positions at Tokyo American Club
Some of the open positions include: concierge, entry ambassador, pastry chef, restaurant receptionist, library attendant, recreation attendant, and banquet sales and event attendant. Some positions are part-time, while others are full-time.
Learn more on Tokyo American Club’s official website or click here to apply now!
