Assistant Chef

Ardmore, United States | Posted on 04/29/2026

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.

• Ensure that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetic 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

• Lift goods up to 20 LB

• 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

• Basic proficiency in Japanese
• Familiarity in Japanese food
• Employee Discount
• Inclusive meals
• Uniform

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