Sushi Chef - Uchi Scottsdale

About the role

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba) is seeking enthusiastic Sushi Chefs to join our dynamic team. As a vital member of our culinary and service team, Sushi Chefs will enhance the dining experience for our guests while gaining valuable career opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Acquaint yourself with our menu, specials, and Japanese cuisine.
• Learn and perfect sushi techniques under the guidance of skilled Chef teams.
• Understand proper handling and waste reduction of products.
• Interact with guests at the sushi bar; take orders, explain dishes, and create an amazing experience.
• Collaborate with teams to develop dishes for our specials page and core menu.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and beverage.
• Teamwork, humility, and collaboration.
• Positive attitude, solution-oriented, self-motivated, and self-aware.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Takes initiative and has a sense of urgency.
• Effective communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Embraces feedback and wants to continuously improve.
• Commitment to continuous learning and sharing.
• Good sense of humor.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options.
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health services.
• Employer-Matched 401(k) savings plan.
• Opportunity to grow – we promote from within almost exclusively.
• Dining discounts.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate with guests and other employees.
• Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs, stock inventory, and perform restocking duties.
• 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 and follow directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkers.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.