Teppan Cook - Mizumi - Japanese Fine Dining

Wynn Resorts, Limited; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Mizumi at Wynn Las Vegas is hiring a Teppan Cook to prepare and plate high-quality Japanese cuisine, delivering an engaging teppanyaki dining experience in a luxury setting.

The role requires 4+ years of high-volume culinary experience, knife skills, and knowledge of preparation methods, with English communication and a flexible schedule essential for success in this fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Demonstrated knife skills and knowledge of food preparation.
• Minimum 4 years of high-volume culinary experience, teppanyaki or fine-dining preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays and obtain required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Perform tableside cooking demonstrations for guests.
• Maintain knowledge of menu, ingredients, preparation methods, and allergens.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Adhere to company policies and appearance standards.

Skills

English communication

Knife skills

High-volume cooking

Teamwork

Job description

As a Teppan Cook at Mizumi, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality Japanese cuisine while delivering an engaging and memorable teppanyaki dining experience. This position requires culinary expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing the highest level of guest service in a luxury dining environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Perform tableside cooking demonstrations while interacting professionally and engagingly with guests.
• Ensure all food products are prepared consistently and meet Wynn and Mizumi culinary standards.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of menu offerings, ingredients, preparation methods, and potential allergens.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Properly handle, store, label, and rotate food products in accordance with company standards.
• Interact professionally with guests in a live-cooking environment, providing an engaging dining experience.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and appearance standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, read and follow recipes, and explain menu items to guests.
• Minimum of 4 years of high-volume culinary experience, preferably in a teppanyaki, Asian, fine-dining, or exhibition-style cooking environment.
• Demonstrated knife skills and knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, sanitation, and plate presentation.
• Ability to prepare and cook a variety of proteins, vegetables, and other menu items to established quality standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Ability to work successfully as part of a team.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any licensing or active work cards required, at present or in the future, for this position at all times.
• Flexible schedule availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Information

Wynn Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Wynn Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.