Sous Chef - Uchi Salt Lake City - COME TRAIN WITH US!

Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas, known for its diverse and award-winning culinary brands including Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. These establishments are celebrated for their innovative approach to Japanese and Asian-inspired cuisine, combining traditional techniques with modern creativity. Hai Hospitality prides itself on creating vibrant, dynamic workplaces that encourage craft, continuing education, career advancement, and a welcoming culture that values fun and teamwork. With locations across the United States, the group continues to grow and expand, offering exciting opportunities for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers within an established and respected company.

The role of Sous Chef within Hai Hospitality, specifically for their Uchi Restaurants, is a critical position that demands a passion for food, strong leadership skills, and a dedication to maintaining high culinary standards. The Sous Chef will be responsible for motivating, mentoring, and developing a skilled culinary team that includes cooks and chefs. Working in a high-volume, high-standard scratch kitchen, the Sous Chef will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring that every dish meets the company's quality expectations. This includes assisting and floating through all kitchen stations, cooking expertly prepared meals, and managing administrative tasks such as ordering, scheduling, and inventory control.

Successful candidates should expect to temporarily relocate to one of the existing market locations, such as Austin, TX (preferred), Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; Miami, FL; Denver, CO; Scottsdale, AZ; or West Hollywood, CA, for training purposes, with lodging provided. This training phase is designed to fully immerse the candidate in the company’s culinary philosophy and operational standards. The position offers a unique opportunity to join a growing, award-winning restaurant group that values employee growth, internal promotions, and a strong team-oriented environment. The company also promotes a culture where success is celebrated enthusiastically, constructive feedback is welcomed, and passion for food and hospitality is at the heart of everything they do.