Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
employee dining discounts
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Benihana is a renowned restaurant chain specializing in Japanese cuisine, particularly famous for its unique teppanyaki-style dining experience where chefs prepare and cook food right in front of guests on hibachi grills. Established as a leader in the hospitality industry, Benihana has built its brand on delivering not only delicious meals but also memorable dining experiences that engage and entertain guests. The company prides itself on its welcoming and inclusive workplace culture which encourages employees to develop their skills and pursue long-term career growth within the business. With a commitment to excellence, Benihana invests heavily in employee training and career... 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
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of Benihana chef training program
- Ability to entertain and engage guests during cooking shows
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Ability to operate various kitchen equipment
- Strong communication and guest service skills
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas
Job Duties
- Greets and welcomes guests within 15 minutes of their teppan order
- Performs a cooking show for assigned tables ensuring appropriate and courteous interaction with guests
- 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 and follows guest instructions
- Prepares 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
- 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 any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to chief chef or manager on duty
- Complies with the Company's standards on food portioning, cooking methods, quality standards, recipes, storyboards, service cycle, policies and procedures
- Prepares foods in accordance with portions standards and recipe specifications including battering, breading, seasoning and marinating
- Adheres to guidelines on proper food presentation and garnishes for all dishes
- Handles, stores, labels, and rotates foods in accordance with public health safety, state and local laws using FIFO method
- Uses knives, hand tools, utensils and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, whip, beat, maintain holding temperature, chill, freeze or produce food for the dining room
- Adheres to guidelines on alcoholic beverage service
- Presents a clean and neat appearance and courteous manner with guests
- Notifies manager on duty when guests are not satisfied or if an accident occurs
- Participates in ensuring guest special occasion celebrations are memorable
- May photograph or be photographed with guests as requested
- Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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