Sushi Prep Cook - $16-$19- Uchi Austin

Hai Hospitality; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Dining discounts

Growth from within

Job summary

Hai Hospitality in Austin, Texas is hiring Sushi Prep Cooks for a full-time entry-level role designed to build foundational skills toward becoming a sushi chef. You will contribute to the line by producing ingredients, assembling the line setup, and learning fish fabrication, sauce work, veg prep, and rice preparation.

We offer training with an emphasis on internal promotion, competitive starting pay of $16.00–$19.00 per hour, and benefits including medical/dental/vision, EAP, a 401k plan,

Qualifications

• Effective communication with guests and team members.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Willingness to learn and train for advancement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and set up the sushi line.
• Fish fabrication, sauce work, vegetable and rice prep.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Stamina

Mobility

Teamwork

Adaptability

Equipment operation

Fast-paced work

Job description

Job Description

Hai Hospitality is accepting applications for Sushi Prep Cooks. This is a full-time, entry-level position intended to offer the foundational experience necessary to become a sushi chef! We are committed to promoting almost exclusively from within, and to providing training and guidance along the way. As a Sushi Prep Cook, you will be responsible for production of ingredients and setting the sushi line up for success. This includes but is not limited to fish fabrication, sauce work, vegetable and produce prep, and sushi rice prep. We’re offering at a starting range of $16.00 - $19.00 for Sushi Prep Cooks.

Benefits

• 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

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.

E-Verify Participation

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• E-Verify Participation Poster

Equal Opportunity Employer

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