Executive Sous / Sous Chef - Uchiko Bethesda (Train with Us!)

Uchi Restaurants, LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employer Matched 401k

Dining discounts

Paid Vacation

Family medical premium contributions

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Job summary

Hai Hospitality is hiring an experienced Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef for Uchiko Bethesda, with an annual salary range of $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 based on experience. Training available in multiple markets; lodging provided for temporary relocation to train with us.

Uchiko Bethesda is coming soon and offers opportunities to grow within the company. You’ll lead a culinary team, uphold high standards in a fast-paced kitchen, and participate in all kitchen stations while managing inventory and

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-volume kitchens in a quality-focused setting.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop culinary teams.
• Strong communication with guests and colleagues; capable of providing guidance.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, mentor and develop a culinary team of cooks and chefs.
• Manage culinary standards in a high-volume, scratch kitchen.
• Assist and float through all kitchen stations and stock areas.
• Cook excellent dishes in a modern kitchen.
• Handle ordering, scheduling, inventory and related admin duties.

Skills

High-volume kitchen management

Team mentoring

Food preparation

Guest & staff communication

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Description

Hai Hospitality is accepting applications for an experienced Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef for our soon to open Uchiko Bethesda. If you're searching for your next opportunity and want to join a growing, award-winning organization, we at Uchi Restaurants pride ourselves on our vibrant culture; a culture of craft, continuing education, career advancement, and a whole lot of fun! We're offering an annual salary range of $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 based on experience. Uchiko Bethesda is coming soon! We are currently accepting applications for candidates who can temporarily relocate to one of our existing markets to train with us (lodging included). Training available in Austin, TX, Houston, TX, Dallas, TX, Miami, FL, Denver, CO, Scottsdale, AZ, West Hollywood, CA, Washington DC.

What you’ll do in this role:

• Motivate, mentor and develop a culinary team comprised of cooks and chefs
• Manage the overall culinary standards in a high volume/high standard scratch kitchen
• Assist and float through all kitchen stations
• Cook great food in a modern kitchen
• Ordering/scheduling/inventory and various other admin duties

We’re looking for individuals who are:

• Experienced in high-volume kitchen management
• Passionate: Must love good food and creating innovative hospitality experiences
• Practiced in delivering constructive feedback
• Enthusiastic and celebrational in their team's successes
• Possess a strong work ethic

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available
• Employer Matched 401k Savings plan
• Opportunity to grow -- we promote from within!
• Dining discounts
• Spouse / Children / Family contributions towards medical premiums
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Paid Vacation benefits

Basic Qualifications

• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employees
• Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards
• Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory, and perform restocking duties
• Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Ability to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold
• Lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements
• Ability to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, such as ovens, grills, and knives
• Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces
• Move quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needs
• Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area
• Tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors
• Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming
• Understand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkers
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions

The Hai Experience

The Hai Experience Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. Its about hospitality and giving back. Our employees take pride in their work ethic, their craft, and their creativity. Feel proud of where you work, help create an experience for our guests, and work with cool people. Our Arizona and Florida locations participate in E-Verify. For more information below, please follow the links below: If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away : E-verify.gov E-Verify Participation Poster

Hai Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Uchi. Uchiko. Uchiba. One House, Standing together. Uchi, translated from Japanese means "house", was opened by Chef Tyson Cole in 2003 in a refurbished old home in South Austin. Since then, Cole's signature non-traditional take on Japanese cuisine has been warmly received by Austin's diverse dining crowd, as well as visitors from across the country and around the globe. Uchiko, an offshoot of Tyson Cole's original Uchi, matches its forebearer's dedication to food, design, and service but brings fire to the fore weaving together robust flavors with hints of smoke and char alongside the fresh and clean flavors that define Uchi Restaurants. Uchibā, borrowing flavors from Uchi, delivers quick bites paired with delicious Japanese cocktails. "bā" meaning bar in Japanese sets the tone for a smaller, more intimate bar experience with the same high-level of food, service and design you'd expect from Hai. We're happy you're here.