Sous /Executive Sous Chef - Uchi West Hollywood

Hai Hospitality; West Hollywood (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident

Employee Assistance Program

Employer Matched 401k

Dining discounts

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Paid Vacation

Spouse / Children / Family medicalprem

Job summary

Hai Hospitality, a growing multi-concept restaurant group based in Austin, Texas, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen. You will mentor cooks, maintain culinary standards, and oversee ordering, scheduling and inventory while supporting a fast-paced team in a dynamic environment.

Hai offers medical/dental/vision, an Employee Assistance Program, employer-matched 401k, dining discounts, paid vacation, family medical premium contributions and

Qualifications

• Experienced in high-volume kitchen management.
• Passionate about food and hospitality.
• Able to give constructive feedback.
• Energetic and celebrational about the team's successes.
• Strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, mentor and develop a culinary team comprised of cooks and chefs.
• Manage culinary standards in a high-volume scratch kitchen.
• Assist and float through all kitchen stations.
• Cook great food in a modern kitchen.
• Oversee ordering, scheduling, inventory and related admin duties.

Skills

High-volume kitchen management

Team leadership

Mentoring

Food safety compliance

Communication with guests & staff

Job description

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, and Uchiba) is accepting applications for an experienced Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef. 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!

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 almost exclusively
• 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.

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