CDC - Uchiko Denver - Opening 2026

Uchi Restaurants•Denver, CO

5d•$90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba) is accepting applications for an experienced Chef de Cuisine. If you're searching for your next opportunity and want to join a growing, award-winning organization, we invite you to apply! In this role, you'll provide coaching, leadership, and support to your chefs and kitchen teams to achieve their highest potential. In addition to day-to-day operations, you’ll organize the conception and evolution of the restaurant’s dishes through our specials program. 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're offering a salary range of $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 based on experience. The Hai Experience Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. It’s about hospitality and giving back. Our employees take pride in their work ethic, their craft, and their creativity. Feel proud of where you work, help create an experience for our guests, and work with cool people. #DNI Our Arizona and Florida locations participate in E-Verify. For more information below, please follow the links below: If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away : E-verify.gov E-Verify Participation Poster Hai Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Uchi. Uchiko. Uchiba. One House, Standing together. Uchi, translated from Japanese means “house”, was opened by Chef Tyson Cole in 2003 in a refurbished old home in South Austin. Since then, Cole’s signature non-traditional take on Japanese cuisine has been warmly received by Austin’s diverse dining crowd, as well as visitors from across the country and around the globe. Uchiko, an offshoot of Tyson Cole's original Uchi, matches its forebearer's dedication to food, design, and service but brings fire to the fore weaving together robust flavors with hints of smoke and char alongside the fresh and clean flavors that define Uchi Restaurants. Uchibā, borrowing flavors from Uchi, delivers quick bites paired with delicious Japanese cocktails. “bā” meaning bar in Japanese sets the tone for a smaller, more intimate bar experience with the same high-level of food, service and design you’d expect from Hai. We're happy you're here.

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 function
Humble : lets their teams 'own' their wins
Passionate : Must love good food and creating innovative hospitality experiences
Practiced in delivering constructive feedback
Enthusiastic and celebrational in their team's successes
Possess Strong financial / administrative acumen

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and leadership to Sous Chefs
Monitor and analyze unit KPI's
Operational, financial, and administrative oversight and guidance
Engagement and enrichment of kitchen teams
Organize the conception and evolution of the restaurant’s dishes through our specials program