Bartender
Ruka Hattori
"It's all about having fun at work because that energy is contagious."
ーー What inspired you to work at SG Group?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I found my passion for hospitality and started imagining myself as a bartender. When I came across The SG Club, I knew right away it was the perfect place to grow. I could picture myself working there and was excited to join the team.
ーー What is your current role and responsibilities?
I'm a bartender at The SG Club, where I create over 300 cocktails daily and serve more than 100 customers.
ーー What is important to you in your work?
For me, it’s all about having fun at work because that energy is contagious. When I enjoy what I’m doing, it naturally creates a warm, enjoyable atmosphere for the customers too. I believe that if I'm genuinely engaged and having a good time, our guests will feel that and enjoy themselves even more.
ーー What makes SG Group attractive?
One of the things I find most inspiring about SG Group is the freedom to pursue whatever you're passionate about. Whether it’s deepening knowledge about coffee, using English in a global context, or learning from the international bar scene, SG Group offers amazing support. They encourage personal growth and independence, which I think is invaluable.
Personal Bio
Born into a family that has operated a soy sauce shop in Kochi for over a century, I have been fortunate to explore over 20 countries, immersing myself in diverse cultures. My professional journey includes working at Kaga-ya, renowned as Japan’s top ryokan for hospitality, and YAMAMO BREWERY, a destination for creative teams worldwide. Driven by a passion for sharing my creations directly with customers, I joined SG Group to fulfill my aspiration of becoming a bartender. I won the CAMPARI RED HANDS ASIA 2024 Japan Tournament in my very first cocktail competition, marking the start of an exciting journey in mixology.
