Host - Uchi Scottsdale

Uchi Restaurants LLC; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with employer match

Dining discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hai Hospitality is seeking Hosts to support service at Uchi family concepts, including reservations and walk-ins, delivering cocktail service to waiting guests, and creating memorable experiences. You’ll learn the menu, be part of a fast-paced team, and help manage guest expectations while maintaining a welcoming environment.

This role emphasizes staying engaged with guests, coordinating with managers and servers, and contributing to hospitable service across our Arizona locations in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to stay composed in fast-paced environments.
• Physically able to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage reservations and walk-ins and set guest expectations.
• Provide cocktail service for waiting guests and maintain guest flow.
• Create memorable guest experiences through attentive service and knowledge of the menu.
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth transitions during table turns and seating arrangements.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Safety awareness

Stamina/Endurance

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description:Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba) is accepting applications for Hosts ! In this role, you will support service by managing reservations and walk-ins, setting guest expectations, providing cocktail service for waiting guests, and creating memorable guest experiences. Hosts at Uchi earn an average of $22 per hour (base pay plus tips).What you’ll do in this role:Acquaint yourself with our menu and Japanese cuisine.Learn about beer, wine, and sake through peer-led beverage training and provide excellent cocktail service while guests wait for their tableMaintain awareness of pace of dining room and communicate with team to ensure smooth transitions during table turnsReview, plan, and execute table placement and preference for reservations, communicating guest notes with managers and serversBuild trust with guests and keep them updated while they wait for their tableWhy You’ll Love Working With UsMedical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options availableEmployee Assistance Program with mental health services availableEmployer Matched 401k Savings planOpportunity to grow - we promote from within almost exclusivelyDining discountsBasic QualificationsMust be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employeesDetect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standardsLift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory, and perform restocking dutiesMust have the ability to stand and walk for extended periodsBend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and itemsAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environmentAbility to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and coldLift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangementsAbility to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, such as ovens, grills, and knivesMaintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfacesMove quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needsAbility to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving areaTolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odorsMaintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal groomingUnderstand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkersReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functionsThe Hai ExperienceHai 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. 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.govE-Verify Participation PosterHai Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.