Assistant Chef

Assistant Chef

Provides assistant as a member of the Restaurant Team to include making food, cleaning, counter service, sanitation, and stocking of products. All MAIDO jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing excellent and memorable customer service. All positions must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions.

Assistant Chef job duties and responsibilities:

• Ensure that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetical pleasing way
• Prepare cooking ingredients for restaurant and deli
• Maintain high standards on product freshness and hygiene
• Maintain the workplace and back storage to be clean, safe and organized
• Take orders and explain the food menu
• Serve orders and take dishes away
• Prepare special orders and requests
• Place "Made on date stickers" on products and maintain the ingredient quality
• Greet customers and respond to their inquiries courteously
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Physical Demand: Lift goods up to 20 LB
• Assistant Chef job skills and qualifications:
• Prior experience in an assistant-chef establishment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods
• Ability to work well under intense time pressure
• Dedication to on-time arrival for shifts
• Available to work a variety of hours, days, and shifts, including weekends
• Ability to transport food safely or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
• Polite and hospitable attitude

Nice to have:

• Basic proficiency in Japanese
• Familiarity in Japanese food

Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Inclusive meals
• Uniform

At MAIDO!, we provide equal opportunity for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.