Sushi Chef - $1,500 Sign-On Bonus - Uchi Austin

Uchi Restaurants, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with employer match

Career growth opportunities

Dining discounts

Job summary

Hai Hospitality is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef for our Hai Hospitality group locations in Austin, TX. You will prepare and present sushi with precision, mentor teammates, and uphold high culinary standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

We offer a $1,500 sign-on bonus after training and a competitive base wage of $25 per hour plus tips, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career advancement within the Hai Hospitality family.

Qualifications

• Experienced in preparing sushi in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong hospitality mindset and guest-focused service.
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally.
• Team player who mentors others and celebrates success.
• Ability to work under fast-paced, high-pressure conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present sushi with precision, consistency, and respect for our quality standards.
• Mentor and support fellow Sushi Chefs while fostering a positive, team-first culture.
• Help uphold culinary excellence in a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, cleanliness, and attention to detail every shift.

Skills

Sushi preparation

High-volume service

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, and Uchiba) is accepting applications for an experienced Sushi Chef! If you're passionate about exceptional ingredients, traditional techniques, and continuous growth, we'd love to meet you. Join an award-winning restaurant group known for its commitment to craft, creativity, and developing great chefs. At Uchi, you'll work alongside talented culinarians in a collaborative environment where learning never stops and career advancement is the expectation, not the exception. Our Sushi Chefs earn an average of $25 per hour (hourly base wage + tips) and enjoy outstanding opportunities for long-term career growth within Hai Hospitality. Now offering a $1,500 Sign-On Bonus! Bonus payable after 90 days following successful completion of training.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and present sushi with precision, consistency, and respect for our quality standards
• Mentor and support fellow Sushi Chefs while fostering a positive, team-first culture
• Help uphold culinary excellence in a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen
• Maintain exceptional food quality, cleanliness, and attention to detail every shift

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Is Experienced preparing sushi in a high-volume restaurant
• Passionate about hospitality, craftsmanship, and creating memorable guest experiences
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth
• A supportive teammate who enjoys coaching and celebrating others' successes
• Dependable, hardworking, and thrives in a fast-paced environment

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources
• 401(k) with employer match
• Career growth opportunities. We promote from within almost exclusively.
• Dining discounts at Hai Hospitality restaurants

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

About Uchi, Uchiko, and Uchiba

Uchi. Uchiko. Uchiba. One House, Standing together. Uchi, translated from Japanese means “house”, was opened by Chef Tyson Cole in 2003 in a refurbished old home in South Austin. Since then, Cole’s signature non-traditional take on Japanese cuisine has been warmly received by Austin’s diverse dining crowd, as well as visitors from across the country and around the globe. Uchiko, an offshoot of Tyson Cole's original Uchi, matches its forebearer's dedication to food, design, and service but brings fire to the fore weaving together robust flavors with hints of smoke and char alongside the fresh and clean flavors that define Uchi Restaurants. Uchibā, borrowing flavors from Uchi, delivers quick bites paired with delicious Japanese cocktails. “bā” meaning bar in Japanese sets the tone for a smaller, more intimate bar experience with the same high-level of food, service and design you’d expect from Hai.

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