Sushi Chef - Uchi Newport Beach

Uchi Restaurants•Newport Beach, CA

7d•$27 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Hai Hospitality is accepting applications for Sushi Chefs for our Uchi Newport Beach location! Located on Mariner's Mile (2510 West Coast Highway), orientation is slated to begin end of November with a planned opening in late December 2026! COMPENSATION: $21 - $25 / hr base pay + tips Our Sushi Chefs make an average of $27 - $48 / hr with base pay + tips. Tip amounts are estimates based on historical averages and may vary based on shift, day of week, and individual performance

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 functions

Nice To Haves

Passion for food and beverage
Teamwork, humility, and collaboration
Positive attitude, solution-oriented
Self-motivated and self-aware
Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Takes initiative and has a sense of urgency
Communication skills and emotional intelligence
Embraces feedback and wants to constantly improve
Commitment to continuous learning and sharing
Good sense of humor

Responsibilities

Acquaint yourself with our menu, current specials, and Japanese cuisine.
Learn and perfect your sushi techniques under the guidance of our skilled Chef teams.
Interact with guests at the sushi bar; take orders, explain dishes, and cultivate an amazing experience for yourself and the guest
Learn our various sushi stations and progress as your knowledge and skills grows
Collaborate with our teams to create dishes that will be showcased on our specials page and core menu!