About the Role
Hai Hospitality is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef passionate about exceptional ingredients, traditional techniques, and continuous growth. Join an award-winning restaurant group known for its commitment to craft, creativity, and developing great chefs. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for learning and career advancement.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and present sushi with precision, consistency, and respect for 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.
Requirements
- 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.
Skills
- Sushi preparation
- Hospitality
- Craftsmanship
- Teamwork
- Coaching
- Communication
Location
- Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Experienced
Salary/Compensations
- Average of $25 per hour (hourly base wage + tips)
- $1,250 Sign-On Bonus
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources
- 401(k) with employer match
- Career growth opportunities
- Dining discounts at Hai Hospitality restaurants
About the Company
- Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas, with concepts including Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro.
- The company focuses on hospitality, giving back, and fostering pride in work ethic, craft, and creativity.
- Uchi, opened in 2003, is known for Chef Tyson Cole's signature non-traditional take on Japanese cuisine.
- Uchiko offers robust flavors with hints of smoke and char alongside fresh, clean flavors.
- Uchibā provides quick bites paired with Japanese cocktails in an intimate bar setting.
- Our Arizona and Florida locations participate in E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity
- Hai Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
