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

Hai Hospitality Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Dining discounts

Family medical premium contributions

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Paid vacation

Job summary

Hai Hospitality Group is seeking an experienced Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef for Uchiko Bethesda, opening soon in Bethesda, MD. This award-winning organization values craft, continuous education, career advancement, and a vibrant culture. The role offers a full-time, on-site opportunity with a salary range of $65,000 to $85,000 based on experience. Training with lodging is available by temporarily relocating to other Hai markets.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a high-volume kitchen and culinary team.
• Strong communication with guests and staff.
• Ability to mentor and develop cooks and chefs.
• Commitment to safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor culinary team across stations.
• Maintain high culinary standards in a scratch kitchen.
• Assist and float through all kitchen stations as needed.
• Prepare great food in a modern kitchen.
• Oversee ordering, scheduling, inventory and related admin tasks.

Skills

High-volume kitchen management

Team leadership

Food safety standards

Effective communication

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 invite you to apply. 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

Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. It’s 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.

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