Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Accident Insurance
voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary critical illness & cancer insurance
401(k) Plan
employee dining discounts
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Free Shift Meals
competitive pay
Job Description
Benihana is a leading name in the restaurant and hospitality industry, famed for its unique approach to dining and entertainment. Established with a mission to create exceptional guest experiences, Benihana combines culinary artistry with engaging showmanship to offer a distinctive dining atmosphere. Known internationally for its teppanyaki-style cooking, Benihana provides an environment where food preparation is both a performance and a pleasure, drawing guests who appreciate both quality cuisine and vibrant entertainment. The company values its employees greatly, recognizing them as the cornerstone of its continued success and commitment to customer satisfaction. By joining Benihana, employees become part of a... 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 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 (MOD)
- Is knowledgeable about and complies with the Companys standards on food portioning, cooking methods, quality standards, recipes, storyboards, service cycle, policies and procedures
- Prepares foods in accordance with the Companys portions standards and recipe specifications prior to cooking, including battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating foods
- Adheres to the Companys 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
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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