Teppan Chef

3 months ago


North Bay Village, United States Benihana | Florida Full time

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). 
  • 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 (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.


 Education/Experience:



  • 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

Here are some of the sizzling benefits of
working for us:

  • Training: At Benihana your
    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.
  • Fun working environment: You
    will work in a a caring environment where you are highly valued and will have
    the opportunity to continue to develop and grow.
  • Free shift meals: We believe
    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.
  • Benefits are important: We
    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.
  • Competitive Pay: Along with a competitive paycheck, you will have
    an opportunity to be well rewarded. *This position is eligible for
    tips*



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