Teppanyaki Chef - Francophone Mobility Program

Cando Recruitment; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Canton Recruitment is seeking a Teppanyaki Chef in Kelowna under the Francophone Mobility Program to prepare and cook a variety of Japanese dishes on a teppanyaki grill. The role requires preparing ingredients and sauces per recipes, maintaining high quality, and ensuring hygiene across the kitchen.

You will collaborate closely with staff to deliver orders with care and flair. The position emphasizes fast-paced service, strong knife skills, and reliable, punctual performance.

Qualifications

• Experience as teppanyaki chef or Japanese cuisine cook.
• Knowledge of grilling techniques and Japanese cooking methods.
• Ability to prepare meat, seafood, vegetables, and ingredients.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices.
• Good knife skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and food presentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meat, seafood, vegetables, fried rice, and other Japanese dishes on a teppanyaki grill.
• Prepare ingredients, sauces, and seasonings according to recipes.
• Maintain quality, consistency, and presentation of dishes.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
• Keep the grill, kitchen equipment, and work area clean and organized.
• Follow kitchen safety procedures and manage cooking equipment responsibly.
• Work efficiently with kitchen staff to fulfill customer orders.
• Provide friendly customer service and demonstrate cooking skills when required.

Skills

Teppanyaki cooking

Grilling techniques

Japanese cuisine

Food safety & sanitation

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Punctual & reliable

Flexible shifts

Job description

Teppanyaki Chef - Francophone Mobility Program

Kelowna East, Canada | Posted on 10/21/2026

• Prepare and cook meat, seafood, vegetables, fried rice, and other Japanese dishes on a teppanyaki grill.
  
• Prepare ingredients, sauces, and seasonings according to recipes.
  
• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation.
  
• Follow proper food handling, storage, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
  
• Keep the grill, kitchen equipment, and work area clean and organized.
  
• Follow kitchen safety procedures and manage cooking equipment responsibly.
  
• Work efficiently with kitchen staff to fulfill customer orders.
  
• Provide friendly customer service and demonstrate cooking skills when required
  

Requirements

• Previous experience as a teppanyaki chef or Japanese cuisine cook is preferred.
  
• Knowledge of grilling techniques and Japanese cooking methods.
  
• Ability to prepare meat, seafood, vegetables, and other ingredients.
  
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices.
  
• Good knife skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Strong attention to detail and food presentation.
  
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
  
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible shifts as required.
  

*The candidate must be eligible to apply through the Francophone Mobility Program.