Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Paid Time Off
employee dining discounts
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Benihana is a world-renowned restaurant chain celebrated for its unique theatrical dining experience centered around teppanyaki-style cooking. Founded in 1964, Benihana has grown into an internationally recognized hospitality brand known for its exceptional food quality, engaging chef performances, and dedication to creating memorable dining moments. As a pioneer in blending culinary arts with entertainment, Benihana has maintained a reputation for excellence and innovation in the restaurant industry. Since its inception, the company has focused on delivering not just meals but a complete sensory experience, combining skillful cooking with interactive guest engagement. This approach has made Benihana a favorite destination for... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- must be able to successfully pass Benihana chef training program
- previous experience as chef or cook highly desirable
Job Qualifications
- Must have a High School diploma or GED
- must be able to successfully pass Benihana chef training program
- previous experience as chef or cook highly desirable
Job Duties
- Greets and welcomes guests within 15 minutes of their teppan order
- performs a cooking show for assigned tables ensuring his/her interaction with guests is appropriate and courteous
- readily provides guests with information about Benihana foods as they are being cooked or upon guest inquiries
- responds promptly and courteously to guest requests
- asks guests for cooking preference, as applicable, and follows guest instructions
- prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking using a variety of kitchen equipment
- performs shift opening and closing duties such as cleaning refrigeration units, gaskets, chef carts and floors
- maintains kitchen, teppan cooking areas, kitchen equipment and ensures food storage areas are clean, sanitary and organized
- is knowledgeable about and complies with the company standards on food portioning, cooking methods, quality standards, recipes, storyboards, service cycle, policies and procedures
- prepares foods in accordance with portion standards and recipe specifications including battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating foods
- adheres to guidelines on proper food presentation and garnishes for all dishes
- handles, stores, labels and rotates foods properly and follows FIFO method
- uses knives, hand tools, utensils and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, whip, beat, maintain holding temperature, chill, freeze or produce food for the dining room
- adheres to company guidelines on alcoholic beverage service
- presents a clean and neat appearance and uses a courteous manner with all guests
- immediately notifies manager on duty when guests are not satisfied or if an accident occurs
- participates in ensuring guest special occasion celebrations are memorable
- may be asked to photograph and/or be photographed with guests
- performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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