Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Training
fun working environment
Free Shift Meals
401k
Medical
Vision
Dental
competitive pay
Job Description
Benihana is a renowned restaurant chain famous for its vibrant teppanyaki-style dining experience where guests enjoy meals prepared right in front of them by skilled chefs. Established with the mission of creating great guest memories, Benihana has grown into a beloved brand across the hospitality industry, known for its unique blend of cultural cuisine, engaging cooking performances, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere. With a commitment to employee development and satisfaction, Benihana offers more than just employment – it provides career opportunities for individuals passionate about hospitality and culinary arts, creating a foundation for long-term success in the business. The company... 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
- 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 company’s standards on food portioning, cooking methods, quality standards, recipes, storyboards, service cycle, policies and procedures
- Prepares foods in accordance with the company’s portions standards and recipe specifications prior to cooking, including battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating foods
- Adheres to the company’s 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
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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