Sous Chef - Uchi Scottsdale

Job Description Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, and Uchiba) is accepting applications for an experienced Sous Chef. If you’re searching for your next opportunity and want to join a growing, award‑winning organization, we invite you to apply. We at Uchi Restaurants pride ourselves on our vibrant culture; a culture of craft, continuing education, career advancement, and a whole lot of fun! We are currently offering a range between $65–75K annually. What You’ll Do In This Role 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 We’re Looking For Individuals Who Are Experienced in high-volume kitchen management Passionate: Must love good food and creating innovative hospitality experiences Practiced in delivering constructive feedback Enthusiastic and celebrational in their team’s successes Possess a strong work ethic Why You’ll Love Working With Us Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available Employer Matched 401k Savings plan Opportunity to grow – we promote from within almost exclusively Dining discounts Spouse / Children / Family contributions towards medical premiums Maternity & Paternity Leave Paid Vacation benefits Basic Qualifications 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 Our Arizona and Florida locations participate in E‑Verify. Hai Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hai Hospitality