Teppan Chef

Kanki Home of Steaks and Sushi; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits (dental, vision, life)

401k plan

Employee discounts

Paid training

Tip eligibility

Job summary

Kanki Japanese House of Steaks and Sushi in Durham, NC is seeking a skilled Teppan Chef to grill made-to-order teppanyaki dishes before guests. You will entertain diners with your cooking and personality while delivering a memorable dining experience.

Join our team to showcase culinary talent, maintain grill station cleanliness, and enjoy benefits like PTO, health coverage, and a path to tips on top of base pay.

Qualifications

• No formal education required; passion for cooking.
• Experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting is a plus.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook teppanyaki dishes, including steak, chicken, shrimp, and more.
• Engage and entertain guests with cooking skills and personality.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at the teppan grill station.

Skills

Cooking skills

Guest interaction

Flexible schedule

Job description

Kanki Japanese House of Steaks and Sushi - Teppan Chef Opportunity!

Are you looking for a dynamic work environment where you can showcase your culinary skills? Do you thrive on creating delicious meals while entertaining guests? If so, we have the perfect position for you!

At Kanki, we are not just serving food; we are creating an unforgettable dining experience. As a highly skilled Teppan Chef, you will be at the heart of our vibrant restaurant, preparing made-to-order teppanyaki dishes right before our guests' eyes. Join us and enjoy fantastic benefits while honing your culinary talents!

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of teppanyaki dishes, including steak, chicken, shrimp, and more.


• Engage and entertain guests with your cooking skills and personality.


• Maintain cleanliness and organization at the teppan grill station.

Qualifications:

• No formal education required; passion for cooking is essential!


• Previous experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting is a plus.


• Ability to work nights, weekends, and flexible shifts.

What We Offer:

• Paid Time Off and comprehensive health benefits including dental, vision, and life insurance.


• 401k plan to help you save for your future.


• Employee discounts and paid training to enhance your skills.


• Opportunity to earn tips in addition to your base pay!

Location: Kanki Durham 3504 Mt Moriah Rd, Durham, NC 27707, USA

THE KANKI EXPERIENCE
When you visit of our Raleigh-Durham restaurants, you’ll be greeted by our friendly staff and seated at a large table surrounding one of our teppan grills.
Next, you’ll choose drinks, starters, sushi, hibachi and more from our extensive menu. All teppanyaki dishes will be made-to-order, and our chefs will prepare your hibachi chicken, steak, shrimp, salmon or scallops, along with rice and a selection of veggies, right in front of your eyes.
Of course, half of the fun is watching our chefs as they expertly chop, dice and cook your meal with the flip of a knife, providing mealtime entertainment your whole table is sure to enjoy!