Teppan Chef

The Woodlands, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.00 - $27.50

Benefits

Training

fun working environment

Free Shift Meals

Benefits are important

competitive pay

Job Description

Benihana is a renowned restaurant chain recognized globally for its unique and entertaining dining experience centered around teppanyaki-style cooking. Specializing in authentic Japanese cuisine, Benihana creates memorable moments by combining exceptional culinary skills with engaging chef performances. Their commitment to quality ingredients, hospitality, and an interactive atmosphere sets them apart in the restaurant and hospitality industry. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive work environment where employees are valued and have opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. Benihana is well-known for its dedication to employee development, offering comprehensive training programs and benefits to ensure career advancement within the culinary field and hospitality sector.

The role offered at Benihana is that of a Hibachi Chef, a dynamic and highly interactive position that goes beyond cooking to include entertaining guests and creating memorable dining experiences. As a Hibachi Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes on hibachi grills right in front of guests, providing not only excellent food but also a captivating cooking show. This position requires culinary skill, a flair for performance, and the ability to engage with customers in a courteous and professional manner. The role involves precise food preparation, adherence to portion control, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and cooking areas. Benihana offers a competitive salary complemented with the opportunity to earn tips, making it a financially rewarding career path. Employment with Benihana includes a comprehensive benefits package and paid training, emphasizing their commitment to employee success and well-being.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about cooking and hospitality who want to develop their skills and grow with a reputable restaurant brand. Benihana’s structured paid training program spans five weeks, where you will learn not just cooking techniques but also how to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Working in a fun, supportive environment, employees are treated like family and offered free shift meals daily. The restaurant values teamwork, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, ensuring employees thrive in their roles while sharing in the company’s success. This Hibachi Chef position is perfect for culinary artists who enjoy a fast-paced, interactive work setting and want to be part of a celebrated dining tradition that genuinely values its people as the secret to its success.

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
Previous experience as chef or cook highly desirable
Must be able to successfully pass Benihana chef training program

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
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