Teppan Chef

$35,360 - $39,520/Yr

Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Newport Beach, CA

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Teppan Chef at Benihana is responsible for providing an engaging and entertaining dining experience for guests by cooking and preparing meals on hibachi tables directly in front of them. This role involves not only culinary skills but also customer interaction, ensuring that guests receive high-quality service and food. The chef must maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and cooking areas while adhering to company standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests within 15 minutes of their teppan order(s).
• Perform a cooking show for assigned tables, ensuring appropriate and courteous interaction with guests.
• Provide guests with information about Benihana foods during cooking or upon inquiry.
• Respond promptly and courteously to guest requests and follow their cooking preferences.
• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items using various kitchen equipment.
• Perform shift opening and closing duties as assigned by the manager.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, teppan cooking areas, and kitchen equipment.
• Report any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the chief chef or manager on duty.
• Comply with the Company's standards on food portioning, cooking methods, and quality standards.
• Prepare foods according to the Company's portion standards and recipe specifications.
• Adhere to guidelines on proper food presentation and garnishes for all dishes.
• Handle, store, label, and rotate foods properly in accordance with public health safety regulations.
• Understand and follow FIFO method for food handling.
• Use knives, hand tools, utensils, and equipment to produce food for the dining room.
• Present a clean and neat appearance and use courteous manners with all guests.
• Notify MOD immediately when guests are not satisfied or if an accident occurs.
• Participate in ensuring guest special occasion celebrations are memorable.
• Photograph and/or be photographed with guests upon request or direction from the company.

Requirements

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• Must be able to successfully pass Benihana chef training program.
• Previous experience as a chef or cook is highly desirable.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid training
• Vision insurance
• Free shift meals