Sushi Chef - $1,250 Sign-On Bonus - Uchiko Cherry Creek

About the role

Serve as a vital member of our team to enrich the culinary and service experience for our guests. We are offering a $1,250 Sign-On Bonus!

Compensation

The estimated total average hourly compensation for Sushi Chefs (base hourly pay of $16.27 + tips) is $28-$48/hour. After completion of training, Sushi Chefs are estimated to earn average daily tips of $50-$200, depending on volume.

What You'll Do In This Role

• Acquaint yourself with our menu, current specials, and Japanese cuisine.
• Learn and perfect your sushi techniques under the guidance of our skilled Chef teams.
• Understand proper handling and waste reduction of product.
• 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 grow.
• 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

• Passion for food and beverage
• Teamwork, humility, and collaboration
• Previous sushi experience
• Positive attitude, solution-oriented
• Self-motivated and self-aware
• Takes initiative and has a sense of urgency
• Communication skills and emotional intelligence
• Embraces feedback and wants to constantly improve
• Commitment to continuous learning and sharing
• Good sense of humor

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
• Work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold
• Lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements
• 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
• 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