Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $28.00 - $48.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
accident insurance
Employee assistance program
401k plan
Dining Discounts
Job Description
Uchiko Denver is an exciting new restaurant concept set to open in the vibrant Cherry Creek neighborhood in February 2026. As part of the esteemed Hai Hospitality group, Uchiko Denver promises to bring a fresh and innovative approach to Japanese dining with an emphasis on exceptional sushi crafted by skilled chefs. Hai Hospitality, based in Austin, Texas, is renowned for its multi-concept restaurant portfolio including Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro, all of which emphasize hospitality, creativity, and quality. Uchiko Denver will uphold these values by providing an inspiring, dynamic work environment for its passionate employees and delivering memorable culinary experiences... Show More
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
- 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
- Communication skills and emotional intelligence
- Embraces feedback and wants to constantly improve
- Commitment to continuous learning and sharing
- Good sense of humor
- Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employees
- Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards
- 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
- Understand directives and communicate effectively with leadership and coworkers
Job Duties
- 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 grows
- Collaborate with our teams to create dishes that will be showcased on our specials page and core menu
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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