Sushi Chefs - Uchi Charlotte

Uchi Restaurants; Charlotte (NC); On-site; CAD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k Savings plan

Dining discounts

Promote from within

Job summary

Uchi Charlotte is seeking Sushi Chefs to join our team. Earn between $24 and $28 per hour with opportunities to grow within Hai Hospitality. Located in a vibrant, high-energy kitchen, you will uphold safety standards, maintain a clean workspace, and collaborate with a skilled team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Hai Hospitality offers medical/dental/vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, matched 401(k), dining discounts, and a strong track record of promoting from within.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively with guests and coworkers.
• Identify safety issues and follow safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and proper storage.
• Stand/walk for extended periods in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support seating reconfiguration as needed.
• Handle allergens and odors professionally.
• Adhere to leadership directives and coworker communication.

Skills

Guest communication

Safety awareness

Lifting 50 lbs

Stamina standing/walking

Bend/reach

Fast-paced environment

Temperature tolerance

Reconfiguring seating

Kitchen equipment safety

Workspace cleanliness

Customer responsiveness

Crowded kitchen coordination

Allergen precautions

Professional appearance

Directive understanding

Tools

Ovens

Grills

Knives

Job description

Job Description:

Uchi Charlotte is accepting resumes forSushi Chefs!

Our Sushi Chefs earn on average between $24- $28/hr!

Located in Plaza Midwood’s Commonwealth development!

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

Who We Are:

Uchi, ‘house’ in Japanese, was founded by James Beard Award–winning Chef Tyson Cole. A delicate balance of elevated food and impeccable service, Uchi offers non-traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and a seasonal omakase — creating an experience that is both unexpected and unforgettable.

Hai Hospitality is an exciting, multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our award-winning restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro in Austin, Texas; Uchi, Uchiko, and Loro Houston; Uchi, Uchiba, Uchiko, and Loro Dallas; and Uchi in Denver, Miami, LA, and Scottsdale.

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:

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