Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.50 - $30.25
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401k
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Free Shift Meals
competitive pay
Paid training
Job Description
Benihana is a renowned dining establishment celebrated for its vibrant and interactive teppanyaki experience, where culinary skill meets guest entertainment. Founded with a passion for the art of cooking and delivering unforgettable dining moments, Benihana has grown into a global leader in the hospitality industry, attracting guests who seek more than just a meal - they desire a unique and engaging experience. With a strong commitment to its mission of Creating Great Guest Memories, Benihana prioritizes cultivating a workplace culture that values its employees as the essential ingredient to its ongoing success. This focus has created a supportive, fun, and... 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
- High school diploma or GED
- Successful completion of a chef training program
- Prior experience in a culinary or cooking role preferred
- Ability to engage and entertain guests
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to follow cooking procedures and recipes accurately
- Physical stamina to stand and perform cooking duties for extended periods
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 including but not limited to broilers, ovens, grills, food processors, blenders and fryers
- Performs shift opening and closing duties as assigned by the manager such as cleaning of refrigeration units, gaskets, chef carts and floors
- Maintains kitchen, teppan cooking areas, kitchen equipment and ensure food storage areas are clean, sanitary and organized
- Reports any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the chief chef or manager on duty
- Is knowledgeable about and complies with the Company's standards on food portioning, cooking methods, quality standards, recipes, storyboards, service cycle, policies and procedures
- Prepares foods in accordance with the Company's portions standards and recipe specifications prior to cooking, including battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating foods
- Adheres to the Company's guidelines on proper food presentation and garnishes for all dishes
- Handles, stores, labels, and rotates foods properly and in accordance with public health safety, state and local laws
- Understands and follows FIFO method for food handling
- Uses knives, hand tools, utensils and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, whip, beat, maintain holding temperature, chill, freeze or otherwise 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 MOD when guests are not satisfied with their experience or if an accident occurs
- Participates and joins restaurant staff in ensuring guest special occasion celebrations are memorable
- Upon request or at the direction of the company, may be asked to photograph and/or be photographed with guests
- Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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