teppanyaki chef Sakura Japanese Restaurant - 3.7 La Cañada Flintridge, CA Job Details Full-time From $19 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Menu design Kitchen health and safety standards Grilling Recipe adherence Assisting with meal planning Food preparation for special diets Dietary aide experience Food service health code compliance Vegetable preparation Kitchen knives Fine dining experience In-person customer service Cutting Contamination control Cleaning cooking equipment Mid-level Food safety sanitizing procedures Seafood Plating Accommodating special dietary needs Meat cookery Quality control experience within food and beverage industry Safety standard operating procedures Meal planning Food preparation equipment operation Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Teppanyaki Chef to join our vibrant culinary team. In this role, you will craft exquisite Japanese-style grilled dishes on a teppanyaki grill, delivering an engaging dining experience that combines culinary artistry with exceptional customer service. Your expertise will elevate our restaurant's reputation for fine dining and authentic cuisine, ensuring each guest enjoys a memorable meal prepared with precision, flair, and passion. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talents in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and presentation. Duties Prepare and cook a variety of teppanyaki dishes, including meats, seafood, vegetables, and rice or noodle dishes, following established recipes and presentation standards. Operate specialized kitchen equipment such as teppanyaki grills, knives, and other culinary tools with skill and safety. Demonstrate exceptional knife skills to ensure precise cutting, slicing, and garnishing of ingredients. Plan menus that highlight fresh ingredients while adhering to dietary guidelines and customer preferences. Maintain strict food safety protocols by sanitizing all kitchen surfaces, utensils, and equipment regularly to prevent contamination. Engage with guests through lively cooking demonstrations that entertain while showcasing culinary expertise. Assist in food preparation tasks such as poaching, braising, grilling, and food production to support high-volume meal service. Ensure consistent recipe adherence for quality control across all dishes served. Collaborate with the dietary department to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions effectively. Support catering events or special functions by preparing large quantities of food while maintaining flavor integrity and presentation standards. Experience Proven experience working as a teppanyaki chef or in a similar fine dining or high-volume restaurant environment. Strong background in food preparation techniques including grilling, braising, poaching, and general kitchen operations. Demonstrated ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Extensive knowledge of food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures in a professional setting. Experience handling diverse ingredients with excellent knife skills for precise cuts and presentation. Familiarity with menu planning, recipe adherence, and food production processes within the food industry. Previous dietary aide or dietary department experience is advantageous for accommodating special dietary requests. Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards. Join us to bring your culinary artistry to life in an energetic setting where every dish tells a story! We're dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values skill development and passion for exceptional cuisine—apply today to become part of our vibrant team!

Pay:

From $19.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person