Hibachi Chef

Job Title: Hibachi Chef
Reports To: Head Chef, Restaurant Manager, Shift Leaders
Summary:
The Hibachi Chef is responsible for providing an entertaining and interactive dining experience for guests while preparing and
cooking food on a hibachi grill. They must possess excellent culinary skills, showmanship, and the ability to engage and entertain
guests.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
● Food Preparation:
○ Prepare and cook a variety of meats, seafood, vegetables, and rice dishes on a hibachi grill according to restaurant
recipes and standards.
○ Ensure food is cooked to the proper temperature and meets all health and safety regulations.
○ Prepare sauces, marinades, and other accompaniments for the hibachi dishes.
● Guest Interaction & Entertainment:
○ Engage guests in conversation and create a lively and entertaining atmosphere.
○ Perform tricks and culinary skills, such as flipping utensils, juggling eggs, and creating onion volcanoes.
○ Adapt the performance to the audience, ensuring a fun and memorable experience for all guests.
● Customer Service:
○ Greet guests warmly and professionally, answering any questions they may have about the menu or cooking
process.
○ Accommodate special requests and dietary restrictions whenever possible.
○ Ensure guest satisfaction by providing exceptional service and delicious food.
● Cleanliness & Sanitation:
○ Maintain a clean and organized work area, including the hibachi grill, utensils, and surrounding areas.
○ Assists in maintaining clean and well kept vent hood systems.
○ Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
● Additional Duties:
○ Assist with kitchen tasks as needed, such as food preparation, cleaning, and stocking.
○ Participate in staff meetings and training sessions as required.
○ Performs shift opening and closing duties as assigned by the manager such as cleaning of refrigeration units,
gaskets, chef carts and floors.
○ Handles, stores, labels, and rotates foods properly and in accordance with public health safety, state and local
laws.
Qualifications:
● Experience: Previous experience as a hibachi chef or cook is preferred, but not required. Willingness to learn and develop
hibachi cooking and entertainment skills is essential.
● Skills:
○ Excellent culinary skills, particularly in grilling and Japanese cuisine.
○ Strong showmanship and ability to engage and entertain guests.
○ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
○ Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
○ Attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions.
● Physical Requirements:
○ Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
○ Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
○ Manual dexterity for handling cooking utensils and performing tricks.
○ Ability to work in a hot and sometimes smoky environment.
○ Must adhere to the restaurant’s dress code and grooming standards.
○ Presents a clean and neat appearance and uses a courteous manner with all guests.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No