Line Cook - Uchi Washington DC

Uchi Restaurants LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Dining discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hai Hospitality, the multi-concept group behind Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro, is hiring Line Cooks in Washington, DC. You will be an essential kitchen team member, preparing dishes and supporting a fast-paced dining room.

The company emphasizes growth, internal promotion, and employee benefits including health insurance, an EAP, and a 401(k) with employer match. The role requires strong guest and teammate communication, safety awareness, and the ability to operate kitchen equipment safely in

Qualifications

• Effective communication with guests and coworkers.
• Identify safety issues and follow guidelines.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs; stock inventory.
• Stand/walk for long periods; work in hot/cold temps.

Skills

Guest communication

Safety awareness

Stamina

Knife safety

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Hygiene standards

Directional compliance

Tools

Ovens

Grills

Knives

Job description

Job Description:

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba) is accepting applications for Line Cooks. In this role, you will serve as vital member of our kitchen team to create amazing dining experiences for our guests. We offer gainful employment as well as great opportunities to grow with the organization long-term!

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 almost exclusively


• Dining discounts
  

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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• If you havetheright to work, don’t let anyonetakeit away :E-verify.gov


• E-VerifyParticipation Poster

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