Careers

Careers

Core Values

Honesty, integrity, reliability, positive attitude, hard work and teamwork.

Kobe Teppanyaki Chefs

Our Mission

We ignite happiness by bringing fun & flare to every dining experience at our restaurants and beyond. 

Teppanyaki Cooking

Service Standards

Excellent customer service, quality & delicious food, clean & safe environment, consistent & on time.

Kobe Teppanyaki Dining

Our Purpose

To help people celebrate and create great memories. 

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Contact our recruiter today to learn more about job opportunities at Kobé!

Email us at: Recruitment@kobesteakhouseusa.com

Employee Spotlight

"I love working at Kobe because of the amazing people that I have met over the years of working here. It has impacted my life generously and has helped me become a better version of myself. Working here has pushed and motivated me to become a better version of myself. Working her has pushed and motivated me to be more resilient and disciplined."

To Go Specialist - Tiana Lam

Kobe St. Pete

4 Years

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse | Voted #1 Japanese Restaurant
2024-09-05T12:22:43-04:00

To Go Specialist - Tiana Lam

Kobe St. Pete

4 Years

"I love working at Kobe because of the amazing people that I have met over the years of working here. It has impacted my life generously and has helped me become a better version of myself. Working here has pushed and motivated me to become a better version of myself. Working her has pushed and motivated me to be more resilient and disciplined."
"I love working at Kobe because working environment is good, friendly co-workers, Managers are kind, flexibility and the pay is well."

Dishwasher - Kettie Dhaiti

Kobe Alafaya

4 Months

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse | Voted #1 Japanese Restaurant
2024-09-05T12:30:28-04:00

Dishwasher - Kettie Dhaiti

Kobe Alafaya

4 Months

"I love working at Kobe because working environment is good, friendly co-workers, Managers are kind, flexibility and the pay is well."
"I love working at Kobe. Kobe has helped my family and I was able to buy three houses since I started working in the year 2000."

Teppan Server - Una Wang

Kobe Altamonte

24 Years

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse | Voted #1 Japanese Restaurant
2025-01-21T18:14:19-05:00

Teppan Server - Una Wang

Kobe Altamonte

24 Years

"I love working at Kobe. Kobe has helped my family and I was able to buy three houses since I started working in the year 2000."
"I love Kobe because everyone is like family and I like to help everyone out. Everyone is nice to me and work is a great place to be."

Lobby Attendant - Thi Nguyen

Kobe Lake Buena Vista

3 Years

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse | Voted #1 Japanese Restaurant
2025-01-21T18:19:40-05:00

Lobby Attendant - Thi Nguyen

Kobe Lake Buena Vista

3 Years

"I love Kobe because everyone is like family and I like to help everyone out. Everyone is nice to me and work is a great place to be."
"Working at Kobe has been a rewarding experience. Having been her for 7 years I've honed my skills across many departments. Some of my coworkers have basically become like family. The sense of belonging and commitment to excellence are why Kobe is special to me."

Teppan Server/To Go Server - Victor Luu

Kobe International Drive

7 Years

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse | Voted #1 Japanese Restaurant
2025-01-21T18:25:30-05:00

Teppan Server/To Go Server - Victor Luu

Kobe International Drive

7 Years

"Working at Kobe has been a rewarding experience. Having been her for 7 years I've honed my skills across many departments. Some of my coworkers have basically become like family. The sense of belonging and commitment to excellence are why Kobe is special to me."
"I have met some amazing people. It's amazing seeing and working with other cultures and peers. My peers help me through trials and we all laugh together, help each other out. So working with an A+ Team has helped me to grow and learn as a person."

Teppan Server - Jasmine Rodriguez

Kobe Tampa

9 Months

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse | Voted #1 Japanese Restaurant
2025-01-21T18:36:15-05:00

Teppan Server - Jasmine Rodriguez

Kobe Tampa

9 Months

"I have met some amazing people. It's amazing seeing and working with other cultures and peers. My peers help me through trials and we all laugh together, help each other out. So working with an A+ Team has helped me to grow and learn as a person."
"I have been working for Kobe for a year now. The Managers are great and the Employees I work with are a pleasure. I love how the Managers set the rules and boundaries. I would love to work for Kobe as long as I am alive."

Prep Cook - Dymil Pierre

Kobe West 192

1 Year

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse | Voted #1 Japanese Restaurant
2025-01-21T18:41:48-05:00

Prep Cook - Dymil Pierre

Kobe West 192

1 Year

"I have been working for Kobe for a year now. The Managers are great and the Employees I work with are a pleasure. I love how the Managers set the rules and boundaries. I would love to work for Kobe as long as I am alive."
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Employee Benefits

EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM

Employees that refer a friend or family can earn up to $1,000 bonus because we know that a personal recommendation is the best compliment we can receive! Cash referral bonus will be issued to the employee if the referred employee stays with us for 6 months and one year.

EMPLOYEE LOAN PROGRAM

Financial stress is suffered by millions of Americans living paycheck to paycheck and is impacting workplace productivity and employee retention. At Kobe, we offer employees with temporary financial support with personal loans in times of extreme need.

401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN

Kobe not only cares for our employees in the present but for their future as well. For the years to come, Kobe offers a 401(k) retirement benefits program for full-time employees with one year of service.

PAID TRAINING

Kobe offers paid training and continued learning and development for those interested in working in the restaurant industry. No experience needed!

EMPLOYEE MEALS

Team members can enjoy a complimentary employee meal prepared by our chefs during each work shift. Enjoy a variety of meals as our chefs showcase some of their unique cultural dishes with their colleagues.

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE

At Kobe, we understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits program and are dedicated to providing you with unique benefits that meet the needs of you and your family. We are proud to offer all full-time, eligible employees with medical, dental and vision plans that help protect you in the case of illness or injury.

Hourly Opportunities

We are constantly expanding, and each of our restaurants has vital hourly roles which exist to provide harmony and success within our restaurants. From the Greeter and Host to the Chefs, they all play a vital role in our Kobe restaurants.

Excellent Hourly Benefits

  • Flexible Evening Schedules
  • Full-time and Part-time Positions Available
  • In-house Training Provided
  • Health Benefits
  • 401(K) Retirement Plan
  • Employee meal provided each shift
  • Opportunities to grow within the company

Management Positions

GREAT MANAGEMENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
More than half of our managers are promoted from within. Whether you start in our front of house as a host or back of house as a sushi chef, we’ll help you develop your skills and advance your career.

Salary: Kobe’s salary structure is very competitive and highly regarded in the restaurant industry.

Bonuses: Managers/Assistant Managers/Head Chefs earn bonuses based on their home location’s monthly profitability and based on their performance.

Paid Vacation: Ten days of paid vacation per calendar year is provided to all Managers. The number of vacation days increases with seniority.

Life and AD&D Insurance: We offer eligible Management staff Life and AD&D Insurance at no cost. Life insurance will provide your family members or other beneficiaries with financial protection and security in the event of a death.

Kobe Corporate Phone Plan: Save some money on your phone plan with Kobe’s T-Mobile Corporate phone plan discounted rate.

Semi-Annual Meeting

Kobe Semi Annual Meeting

Year-End Annual Party

Year End Party

Kobe Anniversary

Kobe 34th Anniversary

Bonus Meeting

Kobe Year End Party 2018

Kobe Dream Team

Kobe Team

Team Building

Kobe Office Team Building
Kobe is an equal opportunity employer. Kobe does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit & business need.
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Food Handler Booklet

Employment GuideSome New Hire Kobe Employees will require a Food Handler Certificate. Current Employees must renew every 3 years. Employees can process their payment for their Food Handler booklet here. The booklets are distributed by managers. Please contact your manager or HR before purchasing HR@kobesteakhouseusa.com

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