Sushi Chefs (Full Time Schedule, 401k, Benefits)

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Company: Uchi Restaurants

Uchi Scottsdale is accepting resumes for Sushi Chefs! Uchi, “house” in Japanese, is 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

Sushi Chefs can expect the following in estimated compensation:

• Sushi Chefs are paid an hourly rate that ranges based on experience and will recieve tips.
• Sushi Chefs are estimated to earn an average daily tipout of $50-$200, depending on volume
• The average hourly rate for Sushi Chefs (base pay + tipout) is estimated at $27-$48/hour.

What you’ll do in this role:

• 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:

• 1 year of Sushi experience preferred, but not always required
• Teamwork, humility, and collaboration
• Positive attitude, solution-oriented
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Takes initiative and has a sense of urgency
• Commitment to continuous learning and sharing

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available
• Pet Insurance options available
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available
• Employer matched 401k savings plan
• Continuing education reimbursement – sommelier, cicerone, sake professional
• Opportunity to grow — we promote from within almost exclusively
• Knife reimbursement program and knife sharpening opportunities
• Unique and inclusive specials tasting process
• Cultural Ambassador trips to other stores to learn and teach
• Daily family meal provided for all employees
• Dining Discounts and monthly dining stipends

The Hai experience: It’s about hospitality and giving back. 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.

Who we are: 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, Dallas, and Houston, TX; and Uchi in Denver, Miami, and West Hollywood.

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.
• Keep a near 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

This location participates 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