Prep Cook - Uchi Newport Beach

Hai Hospitality Group; Newport Beach (CA); In loco; USD 25.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) matching

Dining discounts

Growth opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Hai Hospitality Group is seeking a Prep Cook for Uchi Newport Beach, located on Mariner's Mile. Orientation is slated to begin mid-November with a planned opening in early December 2026. Compensation ranges from $18 to $23 per hour plus tips, reflecting a fast-paced kitchen environment in Newport Beach.

The Hai Experience emphasizes great benefits, growth opportunities, dining discounts, and a strong team culture, with a focus on hospitality and guest satisfaction.

Competenze

• Communicate effectively with guests and coworkers.
• Identify safety issues and follow safety guidelines.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs and restock inventory.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen.
• Operate ovens, grills and knives safely.

Conoscenze

Guest communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Stamina

Temperature tolerance

Fast-paced environment

Strumenti

Ovens

Grills

Knives

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Job Description

Hai Hospitality is accepting applications for

Prep Cook for our Uchi Newport Beach location!

Located on Mariner's Mile, orientation is slated to begin mid-November with a planned opening in early December 2026!

COMPENSATION: $18 - $23/ hr + tips!

LOCATION: Uchi Newport (2510 West Coast Highway)

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Great benefits! - 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

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. 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.