Position: Line Cook – Uchiko / Post Oak Blvd.
About: Uchiko, located on Post Oak Blvd., is hiring Line Cooks. Join our kitchen team to create amazing dining experiences for our guests with opportunities for long-term growth within the organization.
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 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
Benefits: Vision, Medical, Dental, Retirement, Continuing education reimbursement – sommelier, cicerone, sake professional; In-house stage program – We pay you to go stage in other restaurants!, Opportunity to grow – we promote from within almost exclusively; Knife reimbursement program and knife sharpening opportunities; Unique and inclusive specials tasting process; Cultural Ambassador trips to other stores to learn and teach; Daily family meal provided for all employees; Dining discounts and monthly dining stipends; Referral bonuses and incentives for being a great teammate
