Pastry Cooks - $1,500 Sign-On Bonus - Uchiko Miami Beach
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.25 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
accident insurance
Pet insurance
Employee assistance program
401k plan
Continuing education reimbursement
Opportunity to grow
Knife reimbursement program
family meal
Dining Discounts
Monthly dining stipends
Job Description
Uchiko Miami Beach is a distinguished restaurant that forms part of the acclaimed Hai Hospitality group, known for its innovative and vibrant dining concepts. Uchiko, a proud offspring of the original Uchi restaurant founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole, brings a unique Japanese culinary experience to Miami Beach. The restaurant offers a fresh and bold take on traditional flavors by incorporating elements like smoke and char into its dishes, which perfectly complement the clean and fresh notes that define the Uchi dining style. This notable establishment is part of a burgeoning restaurant family with locations in Austin, Houston, Dallas, Denver, Miami, Los Angeles, and Scottsdale, all reflecting a deep commitment to quality, creativity, and cultural sophistication.
The Pastry Cook position at Uchiko Miami Beach is a vital role within the kitchen team, tailored for enthusiastic culinary professionals who are passionate about dessert preparation and production. As a Pastry Cook, you will be responsible for various dessert-related tasks, such as baking, sauce making, chocolate work, and more, all contributing to creating memorable dining experiences for guests. This role operates during a morning to mid-afternoon shift, generally from 7 am to 3 pm, providing a balanced work schedule conducive to a healthy work-life balance. Uchiko offers competitive pay, ranging from $19 to $21 per hour based on experience, along with a generous $1,500 sign-on bonus paid after the completion of training periods.
Working at Uchiko means joining a team-oriented environment focused on growth and development. Employees benefit from extensive educational opportunities, including continuing education reimbursements for sommelier, cicerone, and sake professional certifications. This position offers more than gainful employment; it provides a long-term career path within a dynamic and inclusive restaurant group that highly values internal promotion and personal growth. The benefits are comprehensive, ranging from medical, dental, vision, and accident insurance options to pet insurance and employee assistance programs that provide mental health services. Additionally, employees enjoy unique perks such as knife reimbursement programs, cultural ambassador trips to learn and teach at other restaurant locations, and a family meal provided daily.
Uchiko Miami Beach holds a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, embracing a workplace culture that fosters respect and equal opportunity for all employees. The company also participates in E-Verify, ensuring compliance with employment eligibility standards. If you are a culinary professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments and is excited about working with some of the most talented teams in the hospitality industry, Uchiko offers the perfect place to hone your craft and advance your career.
The Pastry Cook position at Uchiko Miami Beach is a vital role within the kitchen team, tailored for enthusiastic culinary professionals who are passionate about dessert preparation and production. As a Pastry Cook, you will be responsible for various dessert-related tasks, such as baking, sauce making, chocolate work, and more, all contributing to creating memorable dining experiences for guests. This role operates during a morning to mid-afternoon shift, generally from 7 am to 3 pm, providing a balanced work schedule conducive to a healthy work-life balance. Uchiko offers competitive pay, ranging from $19 to $21 per hour based on experience, along with a generous $1,500 sign-on bonus paid after the completion of training periods.
Working at Uchiko means joining a team-oriented environment focused on growth and development. Employees benefit from extensive educational opportunities, including continuing education reimbursements for sommelier, cicerone, and sake professional certifications. This position offers more than gainful employment; it provides a long-term career path within a dynamic and inclusive restaurant group that highly values internal promotion and personal growth. The benefits are comprehensive, ranging from medical, dental, vision, and accident insurance options to pet insurance and employee assistance programs that provide mental health services. Additionally, employees enjoy unique perks such as knife reimbursement programs, cultural ambassador trips to learn and teach at other restaurant locations, and a family meal provided daily.
Uchiko Miami Beach holds a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, embracing a workplace culture that fosters respect and equal opportunity for all employees. The company also participates in E-Verify, ensuring compliance with employment eligibility standards. If you are a culinary professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments and is excited about working with some of the most talented teams in the hospitality industry, Uchiko offers the perfect place to hone your craft and advance your career.
Job 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
- 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
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience in pastry production preferred
- Ability to follow detailed recipes and instructions
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure
- Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation standards
- Team-oriented attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills
Job Duties
- Prepare desserts for dinner service
- Perform baking, sauce work, and chocolate work
- Maintain an organized and clean workspace
- Follow safety and hygiene standards
- Collaborate with kitchen team to create exceptional dining experiences
- Manage time efficiently during morning to mid-afternoon shift
- Assist in inventory stocking and restocking
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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