Teppan Chef

Position Summary : Responsible

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

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!*