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Benihana

Teppan Chef

Temecula, CA · On-site

$19/hr

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 ...

King's Seafood Company

Sous Chef

San Diego, CA

$53K - $71K/yr

Here's What We'll Bring To The Table for Sous Chef: * Competitive Salary: $70,304 - $80,000 based on experience + realized bonus * Paid Vacation and Sick Days * Dining Discount for you and up to 5 ...

King's Seafood Company

Sous Chef

San Diego, CA

$53K - $71K/yr

Here's What We'll Bring To The Table for Sous Chef: * Competitive Salary: $70,304 - $80,000 based on experience + realized bonus * Paid Vacation and Sick Days * Dining Discount for you and up to 5 ...

RMD Group, LLC

Junior Sous Chef

San Diego, CA

$23 - $25/hr

Junior Sous Chef Hourly | Full-Time | $23.00-$25.00/hr + Tips We're seeking a motivated, hands-on Junior Sous Chef to support culinary operations at Rustic Root. This role is ideal for an experienced ...

Town & Country Resort

Chef de Cuisine

San Diego, CA

$100K - $105K/yr

OverviewNot your average chef role. And frankly, we're not looking for an average chef. Arlo is searching for a Chef de Cuisine -a culinary leader with talent, discipline, creativity, and just the ...

Town and Country Resort

Chef de Cuisine

San Diego, CA · On-site

$100K - $105K/yr

OverviewNot your average chef role. And frankly, we're not looking for an average chef. Arlo is searching for a Chef de Cuisine -a culinary leader with talent, discipline, creativity, and just the ...

CoralTree Hospitality

Chef de Cuisine

San Diego, CA

$100K/mo

Not your average chef role. And frankly, we're not looking for an average chef. Arlo is searching for a Chef de Cuisine --a culinary leader with talent, discipline, creativity, and just the right ...

Town & Country Resort

Chef de Cuisine

San Diego, CA · On-site

$100K/yr

Overview Not your average chef role. And frankly, we're not looking for an average chef. Arlo is searching for a Chef de Cuisine -a culinary leader with talent, discipline, creativity, and just the ...

sycuan

Sous Chef-Cantina

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

Assists the Executive Chef and Chef in developing and implementing menus and manages kitchen operations, kitchen staff, and off-site events Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Note: Duties and ...

sycuan

Sous Chef-Asian

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

Assists the Executive Chef and Chef in developing and implementing menus and manages kitchen operations, kitchen staff, and off-site events Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Note: Duties and ...

sycuan

Sous Chef-Asian

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

Assists the Executive Chef and Chef in developing and implementing menus and manages kitchen operations, kitchen staff, and off-site events Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Note: Duties and ...

RMD Group, LLC

Executive Chef

San Diego, CA · On-site

$90K - $120K/hr

EXECUTIVE CHEF - RUSTIC ROOT (GASLAMP) Salary | Full-Time | $90,000-$120,000 We're seeking a strategic, hands-on Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at Rustic Root Gaslamp. This role is ...

The Wild Thyme Company

EVENT CHEF

San Diego, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

EVENT CHEF About Us Would you like to work with a fun, food-driven family? At The Wild Thyme Company, we set goals together, work hard together, and laugh together. We are a creative, high-energy ...

The Wild Thyme Company

EVENT CHEF

San Diego, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

EVENT CHEF About Us Would you like to work with a fun, food-driven family? At The Wild Thyme Company, we set goals together, work hard together, and laugh together. We are a creative, high-energy ...

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A chef is a professional cook who is responsible for preparing meals, developing menus, and overseeing kitchen operations in restaurants, hotels, or other food establishments. Chefs ensure food quality, safety, and presentation standards are met, and often manage other kitchen staff. Their duties may include ordering ingredients, maintaining inventory, and creating new recipes. Chefs may specialize in specific types of cuisine or cooking techniques. They play a key role in delivering a memorable dining experience.

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To thrive as a Chef, you need strong culinary skills, creativity in menu development, and comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards, typically supported by culinary school training or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, recipe management software, and food hygiene certifications (such as ServSafe) is highly valuable. Exceptional organizational ability, teamwork, and leadership are critical soft skills for managing kitchen staff and maintaining a positive work environment. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality dishes efficiently, ensuring kitchen safety, and running a successful culinary operation.

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Chefs often encounter challenges in ensuring that every dish meets the restaurant’s quality and presentation standards, particularly when managing a team with varying skill levels or during busy service periods. Maintaining consistency requires strong communication, standardized recipes, and rigorous training for all kitchen staff. Additionally, chefs must monitor ingredient quality and adapt quickly to supply changes, all while leading by example to uphold the restaurant’s reputation. Overcoming these challenges is key to delivering a reliable dining experience and building trust with patrons.

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Industry UsageHigh-end restaurants, culinary institutionsWidespread across all food service settings

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Teppan Chef

Benihana

Temecula, CA • On-site

$19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 5 days ago

Benihana rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 89 rated restaurants

Job description

At Benihana, your hard work is more than just a job, it's a career opportunity. It's a building block to a successful future in the world of business and hospitality.
Our people are our secret sauce to our success and mission of Creating Great Guest Memories. We are always looking for individuals who have what it takes to grow with us and share in our success.
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!*

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

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At Benihana, your hard work is more than just a job, it's a career opportunity. It's a building block to a successful future in the world of business and hospitality. Our people are our secret sauce to our success and mission of Creating Great Guest Memories. We are always looking for individuals who have what it takes to grow with us and share in our success.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Aventura, FL, US

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