Service Assistant - Launch Your Path to Server

Hai Hospitality Group; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

Employee assistance program

401k matching

Dining discounts

Job summary

Hai Hospitality is seeking a Service Assistant for Uchi Austin to support service on every level and help create memorable guest experiences. You will learn the menu, current specials, and Japanese cuisine, while building knowledge of beer, wine, and sake.

As a full-time Server Assistant, you will be present on the floor, bus and reset tables, stock supplies, and assist servers to elevate the guest experience. Training is provided to grow into a server role.

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

Responsibilities

• Acquaint yourself with our menu, current specials, and Japanese cuisine. We'll provide all the info you need to succeed!
• Learn about beer, wine, and sake through peer-led beverage training
• Be present and active on the floor, assisting with running side work
• Bus and reset tables, polish glassware, stock supplies
• Assist servers with all aspects of service to enhance the guest experience
• Deliver food to our guests and explain each dish
• Receive, organize, and deliver curbside orders to guests waiting outside

Job description

Hai Hospitality is seeking a Service Assistant for Uchi Austin to support service on every level and help create memorable guest experiences. You will learn the menu, current specials, and Japanese cuisine, while building knowledge of beer, wine, and sake.

As a full-time Server Assistant, you will be present on the floor, bus and reset tables, stock supplies, and assist servers to elevate the guest experience. Training is provided to grow into a server role.