Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.50 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Training
fun working environment
Free Shift Meals
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Job Description
Benihana is a renowned Japanese restaurant chain known for its unique teppanyaki-style dining experience where skilled chefs cook meals directly in front of guests on hibachi grills. Established with a focus on combining entertainment, high-quality cuisine, and exceptional customer service, Benihana has made a significant mark in the hospitality industry. The restaurant environment is lively and engaging, offering guests a memorable interaction that goes beyond just dining. The restaurant prides itself on its ability to provide a welcoming atmosphere with a blend of traditional and modern Japanese culinary techniques, reflected not only in their cooking but also in the personalized... 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
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and guest interaction skills
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Successful completion of Benihana chef training program
- Previous experience as chef or cook highly desirable
- Knowledge of food safety regulations
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment
Job Duties
- Greets and welcomes guests within 15 minutes of their teppan order
- Performs a cooking show for assigned tables ensuring interaction with guests is appropriate and courteous
- Readily provides guests with information about Benihana foods
- Responds promptly and courteously to guest requests
- Asks guests for cooking preference and follows instructions
- Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking using various 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 food storage areas clean, sanitary and organized
- Reports kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the chief chef or manager on duty
- Complies with company standards on food portioning, cooking methods, quality standards, recipes, storyboards, service cycle, policies and procedures
- Prepares foods according to company’s portion standards and recipe specifications including battering, breading, seasoning and marinating
- Adheres to proper food presentation and garnishes guidelines
- Handles, stores, labels and rotates foods properly in accordance with health safety and local laws
- Uses knives, hand tools, utensils and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, whip, beat, maintain temperature, chill, freeze or otherwise produce food for dining
- Adheres to company guidelines on alcoholic beverage service
- Presents a clean and neat appearance and courteous manner
- Immediately notifies MOD when guests are not satisfied or if an accident occurs
- Participates in guest special occasion celebrations
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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