Sous Chef - Uchi Scottsdale

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Employer matched 401k
Dining Discounts
Paid vacation benefits
maternity leave
paternity leave
Family contributions towards medical premiums

Job Description

Hai Hospitality is a dynamic and rapidly expanding restaurant group headquartered in Austin, Texas, known for its innovative culinary concepts and exceptional hospitality. The group operates well-regarded restaurants including Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro, each offering unique dining experiences that celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural richness. Hai Hospitality has established itself as a leader in the competitive restaurant industry through its commitment to quality, outstanding service, and a vibrant company culture that supports continuous education and career growth for its employees. The organization is dedicated to fostering an environment where talent can thrive, emphasizing mentorship, teamwork, and the joy of culinary arts. Recognized as an award-winning establishment, Hai Hospitality maintains high standards in food preparation and serves a wide clientele across multiple locations, including Arizona and Florida, where they participate in E-Verify to uphold legal employment practices.

The Sous Chef role at Hai Hospitality is a critical position within the culinary team, offering an exceptional opportunity for experienced chefs to join a prestigious and growing organization. This full-time position comes with a competitive annual salary range of $65,000 to $75,000, reflecting the level of expertise and responsibility required. The Sous Chef will play a pivotal role in motivating, mentoring, and developing a diverse team of cooks and chefs while overseeing the culinary standards in a high-volume, scratch kitchen environment. This role requires flexibility to float through all kitchen stations and actively participate in cooking, ensuring that each dish meets the exacting quality expectations that Hai Hospitality is known for. Beyond culinary excellence, the role involves important administrative tasks such as ordering inventory, scheduling staff, and managing kitchen operations efficiently. Candidates who thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure settings and are passionate about crafting innovative food experiences will find this role rewarding. Hai Hospitality values enthusiasm, dedication, and constructive leadership, encouraging a work culture that not only celebrates achievements but also promotes internal growth and learning. This position is ideal for culinary professionals eager to advance their careers through hands-on leadership while contributing to an organization that prizes creativity, diversity, and hospitality excellence.

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
  • Maintain a neat 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

  • Experience in high-volume kitchen management
  • Passion for good food and creating innovative hospitality experiences
  • Skilled in delivering constructive feedback
  • Enthusiastic and celebrational in supporting team successes
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to communicate effectively with guests and employees

Job Duties

  • 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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