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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

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
employee dining discounts

Job Description

Benihana is a renowned dining establishment widely recognized for its unique and entertaining approach to Japanese cuisine, particularly teppanyaki-style dining. With a rich heritage and a commitment to excellence, Benihana has established itself as a leader in the hospitality industry, creating memorable dining experiences that blend exceptional cuisine with engaging performances. The company prides itself on its team-oriented culture, referring to its workforce as its "secret sauce"—a vital ingredient to the success and mission of Creating Great Guest Memories. At Benihana, employees are more than just workers; they are valued members of a community dedicated to delivering outstanding service 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

  • 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
  • Strong communication and guest interaction skills
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to perform multitasking in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic knife and kitchen equipment handling skills

Job Duties

  • Greet and welcome guests within 15 minutes of their teppan order
  • Perform a cooking show for assigned tables ensuring interaction with guests is appropriate and courteous
  • Provide guests with information about Benihana foods as they are being cooked or upon guest inquiries
  • Respond promptly and courteously to guest requests
  • Ask guests for cooking preference and follow guest instructions
  • Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking using kitchen equipment including broilers, ovens, grills, food processors, blenders and fryers
  • Perform shift opening and closing duties such as cleaning refrigeration units, gaskets, chef carts and floors
  • Maintain kitchen, teppan cooking areas, kitchen equipment and food storage areas clean, sanitary and organized
  • Report any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the chief chef or manager on duty
  • Comply with company standards on food portioning, cooking methods, quality standards, recipes, storyboards, service cycle, policies and procedures
  • Prepare foods according to company’s portion standards and recipe specifications including battering, breading, seasoning and marinating
  • Adhere to company guidelines on proper food presentation and garnishes
  • Handle, store, label, and rotate foods properly following public health safety, state and local laws and FIFO method
  • Use knives, hand tools, utensils and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, whip, beat, maintain holding temperature, chill or freeze foods
  • Adhere to company guidelines on alcoholic beverage service
  • Present clean and neat appearance and courteous manner
  • Notify manager on duty immediately if guests are not satisfied or if an accident occurs
  • Participate in guest special occasion celebrations
  • May photograph or be photographed with guests upon company request
  • Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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