Benihana South Florida Hiring Event! Hiring ALL positions! Full Time

Responsible for all grilled, broiled, fried, and sautéed items prepared in the kitchen. Preparation and portioning of food items before cooking, such as tempura items, sauces, and grilled items. Other duties include plating and garnishing cooked items. Responsible for maintaining a sanitary kitchen workstation.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry preferred.
• Possess excellent customer service skills.
• Must possess good verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor during stressful and/or busy times.
• Must be able to work under stress, have excellent organizational skills, and multi-task throughout shift.
• Exercise sound judgment and possess good problem-solving skills.
• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• High School diploma or GED preferred. An equivalent combination of education/experience will be considered.

Responsible for interacting with our guests and ensuring they have an excellent dining experience. Responsible for positive guest interactions while serving guests in a friendly, timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry preferred.

• Basic understanding of beer, wine, spirits, and sake preferred.
• Where applicable, holds a state and/or local food handlers card.
• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be 18 years of age or older or in accordance of state law.
• High School diploma or GED preferred. Equivalent combination of education/experience will be considered.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be able to work different shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends. Must be able to work overtime as required.

Responsible for engaging, entertaining, interacting, and providing a unique dining experience to guests. Primarily works in front of the restaurant while cooking and preparing hot meals on hibachi tables directly in front of guests. Ensures correct food portions are being cooked and maintain the kitchen areas and hibachi tables clean and sanitized. Prepares and sets up food for cooking and side orders.

• Minimum of 1-year experience in cooking strongly required.

• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor during stressful and/or busy times.
• The ability to entertain and perform in front of guests is strongly desired.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and recognize the importance of each team member’s role in the guest dining experience.
• Ability to prepare food for consumption with background knowledge of proper techniques and equipment to be used.
• Knowledge of industry standards on food storage and handling techniques is highly desirable.
• Exercise sound judgment and possess good problem-solving skills.

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Responsible for preparing side and sushi items for our guests in accordance with portioning, recipe and service guidelines. Primarily works in front of guests while preparing foods at the sushi bar. Monitors and ensures the portioning of foods prepared at the sushi bar and maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of the sushi bar and equipment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of sushi chef experience required.

• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor during stressful and/or busy times.
• Ability to entertain and perform in front of guests is strongly desired.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and recognize the importance of each team member’s role in the guest dining experience.
• Ability to prepare food for consumption with background knowledge of proper techniques and equipment to be used.
• Knowledge of industry standards on food storage and handling techniques is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry required.
• Where applicable, holds a state and/or local food handlers card.
• Ability to walk, sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be 18 years of age or older or in accordance of state law.

Responsible for setting and cleaning tables, sushi bar and lounge areas throughout the shift. Supports servers and service staff with drink refills and clearing tables. Assists with the setup of large parties and communicating which areas of the restaurant are ready to be seated to assure customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor during stressful and/or busy times.
• Exercise sound judgment and possess good problem-solving skills.
• Where applicable, holds a state and/or local food handlers card.
• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be 18 years of age or older or in accordance of state law.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be able to work different shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends. Must be able to work overtime as required.

Responsible for all grilled, broiled, fried, and sautéed items prepared in the kitchen. Preparation and portioning of food items before cooking, such as tempura items, sauces, and grilled items. Other duties include plating and garnishing cooked items. Responsible for maintaining a sanitary kitchen workstation.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-year experience in cooking strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry required.
• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor during stressful and/or busy times.
• Ability to prepare food for consumption with background knowledge of proper techniques and equipment to be used.
• Knowledge of industry standards on food storage and handling techniques is highly desirable.
• Exercise sound judgment and possess good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be able to work different shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends. Must be able to work overtime as required.

This is an entry-level food service position that is responsible for washing and cleaning tableware, pots, pans, and cooking equipment. Responsible for all utility and/or maintenance duties in the restaurant as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry preferred.
• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor during stressful and/or busy times.
• Must be able to use cleaning compounds and cleaning products.
• Exercise sound judgment and possess good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be 18 years of age or older or in accordance of state law.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be able to work different shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends. Must be able to work overtime as required.