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Benihana

Teppan Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance
401k plan
Paid Time Off
employee dining discounts

Job Description

Benihana is a renowned restaurant brand that has successfully pioneered the concept of teppanyaki dining, where skilled chefs not only prepare delicious meals but also entertain guests with interactive and theatrical cooking experiences right at their tables. Established with a mission of Creating Great Guest Memories, Benihana places significant emphasis on its team members, recognizing that its people are the secret sauce behind the company’s longstanding success in the competitive hospitality market. With locations across the United States and internationally, Benihana continues to be a beloved dining destination known for its quality cuisine, exceptional service, and unique ambiance that blends... 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 as assigned by the manager such as cleaning of refrigeration units, gaskets, chef carts and floors
  • Maintains kitchen, teppan cooking areas, kitchen equipment and ensures food storage areas are clean, sanitary and organized
  • Reports any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the chief chef or manager on duty (MOD)
  • 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
  • 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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