Lunch and Dinner Host - Uchiba Austin

Uchi Restaurants•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba) is accepting applications for Hosts. In this role, you will support service by managing reservations and walk-ins, setting guest expectations, providing cocktail service for waiting guests, and creating memorable guest experiences. Hosts at Uchi earn an average of $22 per hour (base pay plus tips). Uchiba Austin is open for lunch & dinner. We are looking to hire hosts who have lunch and dinner availability. Lunch shifts start as early as 10:30am. Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. The company emphasizes hospitality and giving back, with employees taking pride in their work ethic, craft, and creativity. Uchi, meaning 'house' in Japanese, was opened by Chef Tyson Cole in 2003, offering a non-traditional take on Japanese cuisine. Uchiko, an offshoot of Uchi, focuses on robust flavors with hints of smoke and char. Uchibā provides quick bites paired with Japanese cocktails in a smaller, more intimate bar experience.

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