Prep Cook - Uchiko Plano
About The Position
Hai Hospitality is accepting applications for a Prep Cook at Uchiko Plano. Prep Cooks are vital members of the kitchen team, helping ensure seamless dinner service and creating excellent dining experiences for guests. The role is open to people at different stages of their culinary and hospitality careers, with opportunities to grow within the organization. Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept restaurant group based in Austin, Texas, with concepts including Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. The company emphasizes hospitality, giving back, employee craft and creativity, and an inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements
- Effectively communicate with guests and other employees.
- Detect and identify safety issues and comply with safety guidelines and standards.
- Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds and perform inventory stocking and restocking.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, stoop, and reach to access areas and items.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and in a variety of hot and cold temperatures.
- Ability to 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.
- Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area.
- Ability to tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors.
- Ability to understand directives and communicate effectively with leadership and coworkers.
Responsibilities
- Help ensure a seamless dinner service and create positive dining experiences for guests.
- Communicate effectively with guests, leadership, and coworkers.
- Identify safety issues and comply with safety guidelines and standards.
- Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods weighing up to 50 pounds; stock inventory and perform restocking duties.
- Use kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, and knives, safely and efficiently.
- Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including storing supplies properly and cleaning surfaces.
- Move quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needs.
- Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and accident insurance options
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health services
- Employer-matched 401(k) savings plan
- Opportunity for growth and internal promotion
- Dining discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
