Sushi Chef - Uchi Houston

Uchi Restaurants, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k matching

Dining discounts

Job summary

Hai Hospitality is seeking skilled Sushi Chefs for Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba concepts. The role focuses on preparing sushi, learning from expert teams, and delivering an outstanding guest experience at the sushi bar.

We offer growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and dining discounts as part of Hai Hospitality's culture. Join a growing restaurant group with strong emphasis on hospitality and culinary craft.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate with guests and staff.
• Identify safety issues and follow safety guidelines.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs and restock inventory.
• Stand and walk for extended periods in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Work in hot and cold temperatures and reconfigure seating as needed.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perfect sushi techniques under skilled Chef teams.
• Interact with guests at the sushi bar; take orders and explain dishes.
• Collaborate with teams to create dishes for specials and core menu.
• Acquaint yourself with menu, specials, and Japanese cuisine.
• Maintain a neat, organized workspace and proper surface cleaning.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Positive attitude

Self-motivated

High-volume environment

Guest service

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Tools

Ovens

Grills

Knives

Job description

Job Description

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba) is accepting applications for Sushi Chefs. In this role, you will serve as vital member of our team to enrich the culinary and service experience for our guests. We offer gainful employment (Sushi Chefs make $25-$30 per hour) as well as great opportunities to grow with the organization long-term!

What you'll do in this role:

Acquaint yourself with our menu, current specials, and Japanese cuisine. Learn and perfect your sushi techniques under the guidance of our skilled Chef teams. Understand proper handling and waste reduction of product Interact with guests at the sushi bar; take orders, explain dishes, and cultivate an amazing experience for yourself and the guest Learn our various sushi stations and progress as your knowledge and skills grows Collaborate with our teams to create dishes that will be showcased on our specials page and core menu!

What we're looking for in a Sushi Chef candidate:

• Passion for food and beverage
• Teamwork, humility, and collaboration
• Positive attitude, solution-oriented
• Self-motivated and self-aware
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Takes initiative and has a sense of urgency
• Communication skills and emotional intelligence
• Embraces feedback and wants to constantly improve
• Commitment to continuous learning and sharing
• Good sense of humor

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!
• 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. We hire the best to create the best. Hai Hospitality is a growing restaurant group that includes the concepts of Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and LORO. We have a passion for creating food using the highest quality ingredients in ways that defy expectations. Our teams 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 other cool, passionate people. We value culinary innovation with an approachable vibe.