Teppan Chef

Position Summary : Responsible

for engaging, entertaining, interacting and providing a unique dining

experience to guests.  Primarily works in

front of restaurant while cooking and preparing hot meals on hibachi tables

directly in front of guests.  Ensures

correct food portions are being cooked and maintains the kitchen areas and

hibachi tables clean and sanitized.

Prepares and sets up food for cooking and side orders.

Essential Functions and

Responsibilities : In accordance

with Benihana’s service and cooking procedures :

• Greets and welcomes

guests within 15 minutes of their teppan order(s).

cooking show for assigned tables ensuring his / her interaction with guests is

appropriate and courteous.

provides guests with information about Benihana foods as they are being cooked

or upon guest inquiries.

courteously to guest requests

preference, as applicable, and follows guest instructions.

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).

and closing duties as assigned by the manager such as cleaning of refrigeration

units, gaskets, chef carts and floors.

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).

and complies with the Company’s standards on food portioning, cooking methods,

quality standards, recipes, storyboards, service cycle, policies and

procedures.

accordance with the Company’s portions standards and recipe specifications

prior to cooking, including battering, breading, seasoning and / or marinating

foods.

Company’s guidelines on proper food presentation and garnishes for all dishes.

labels, and rotates foods properly and in accordance with public health safety,

state and local laws. Understands and follows FIFO method for food

handling.

tools, utensils, and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, whip, beat,

maintain holding temperature, chill, freeze or otherwise produce food for the

dining room.

guidelines on alcoholic beverage service.

neat appearance and uses a courteous manner with all guests.

MOD when guests are not satisfied with their experience or if an accident

occurs.

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.

other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Education / Experience :

have a High School diploma or GED.

able to successfully pass Benihana chef training program

experience as chef or cook highly desirable

Here are some of the sizzling benefits of

working for us :

chef career will include more than crafting incredible meals. You'll learn how

to deliver an experience.  We offer a 5-week paid training course.

will work in a a caring environment where you are highly valued and will have

the opportunity to continue to develop and grow.

in coming together as a family and want you to be able to enjoy a great meal.

We provide all of our employees a free shift meal, every day.

know how important it is to take care of yourself and your family. We offer a

full benefits suite that includes 401K, and Medical, Vision and Dental for you

and your family.

an opportunity to be well rewarded.

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