Lunch and Dinner Host - Uchiba Austin

Hai Hospitality•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hai Hospitality, a multi-concept restaurant group based in Austin, Texas, is seeking Hosts for Uchiba Austin. In this role, you will be responsible for managing reservations and walk-ins, setting guest expectations, providing cocktail service to waiting guests, and ensuring memorable guest experiences. Hosts at Uchi earn an average of $22 per hour (base pay plus tips). Uchiba Austin operates for both lunch and dinner, and candidates with availability for both shifts, with lunch shifts starting as early as 10:30 am, are preferred. Hai Hospitality, which includes concepts like Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro, prides itself on culinary innovation, high-quality ingredients, and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where employees can grow and feel proud of their work.

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

Responsibilities

Acquaint yourself with our menu and Japanese cuisine
Learn about beer, wine, and sake through peer-led beverage training and provide excellent cocktail service while guests wait for their table
Maintain awareness of pace of dining room and communicate with team to ensure smooth transitions during table turns
Review, plan, and execute table placement and preference for reservations, communicating guest notes with managers and servers
Build trust with guests and keep them updated while they wait for their table