Sous / Executive Sous Chef - Uchi Nashville (Train with Us!)

About the role

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, and Uchiba) is seeking an experienced Sous / Executive Sous Chef to join their dynamic team. The position offers the opportunity to train in one of their existing markets before relocating to Uchi Nashville.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, mentor, and develop a culinary team comprised of cooks and chefs
• Manage the overall culinary standards in a high volume/high standard scratch kitchen
• Assist and float through all kitchen stations
• Cook great food in a modern kitchen
• Ordering/scheduling/inventory and various other admin duties

Requirements

• Experienced in high-volume kitchen management
• Passionate: Must love good food and creating innovative hospitality experiences
• Practiced in delivering constructive feedback
• Enthusiastic and celebrational in their team's successes
• Possess a strong work ethic

Qualifications

• 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
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Able to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold
• Able to lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements
• Able 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
• 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

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Safety awareness and compliance
• Physical stamina and endurance
• Time management and multitasking abilities
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Food preparation and kitchen management expertise

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
• Spouse / Children / Family contributions towards medical premiums
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Paid Vacation benefits

Pay

The salary range for this position is not specified, but it commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is not specified, but it varies based on the specific location and role.