Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Training
fun working environment
Free Shift Meals
401k
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
competitive pay
tip eligibility
Job Description
Benihana is a renowned global dining and hospitality company famous for its innovative teppanyaki dining experience. Established with the mission of Creating Great Guest Memories, Benihana combines exceptional culinary arts, captivating performance cooking, and genuine hospitality to offer guests a unique, interactive dining experience. With a reputation for excellence and a vibrant atmosphere, Benihana continues to attract guests seeking memorable meals paired with entertainment. As a leader in the restaurant industry, Benihana emphasizes career growth and development, recognizing employees as the vital ingredient to their continued success. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive and engaging workplace where team... 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 interact positively with guests
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical cooking tasks
- Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation procedures
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to successfully complete Benihana chef training program
- Previous experience as a chef or cook highly desirable
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to perform physical tasks associated with cooking and cleaning
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to engage and entertain guests during the cooking experience
Job Duties
- Greet and welcome guests within 15 minutes of their teppan order
- Perform a cooking show for assigned tables ensuring appropriate and courteous interaction with guests
- Provide guests with information about Benihana foods as they are being cooked or upon inquiries
- Respond promptly and courteously to guest requests
- Ask guests for cooking preferences and follow guest instructions
- Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking using kitchen equipment
- Perform shift opening and closing duties such as cleaning refrigeration units, gaskets, chef carts and floors
- Maintain kitchen, teppan cooking areas, 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 in accordance with company portion standards and recipe specifications
- Adhere to company guidelines on proper food presentation and garnishes
- Handle, store, label and rotate foods properly according to safety and health laws using FIFO method
- Use knives, hand tools, utensils and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, whip, beat, maintain holding temperature, chill, freeze or otherwise prepare food for the dining room
- Adhere to company guidelines on alcoholic beverage service
- Present a clean and neat appearance and use a courteous manner with all guests
- Notify manager on duty immediately when guests are not satisfied or if an accident occurs
- Participate in guest special occasion celebrations including photographing or being photographed with guests if requested
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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