Uchi Restaurants
Host - Uchiko Legacy West
Uchi Restaurants, Plano, Texas, us, 75086
Uchiko, located in Plano's newest entertainment district Legacy West,
is accepting resumes for Hosts! In this role you will support service by managing reservations and walk-ins, setting guest expectations, and creating memorable guest experiences. We will teach you everything you need to know to be successful in this role!
Who we are:
Hai Hospitality is an exciting, multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our award-winning restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, and Loro in Austin, Texas; Uchi, Uchiko, and Loro in Houston, Texas; Uchi, Uchiba and Loro in Dallas, TX; Uchi in Denver, and Uchi in Miami. James Beard Award winning Chef, Tyson Cole, celebrates traditional Japanese cuisine and blends the creative expression of some of the Nation's most talented culinary voices.
Hosts at Uchi earn an average of $16-$18 per hour (base pay plus tips).
What you'll do in this role:Acquaint yourself with our menu and Japanese cuisine. We'll provide all the info you need to succeed!Learn about beer, wine, and sake through peer-led beverage training and provide excellent cocktail service while guests wait for their tableMaintain awareness of pace of dining room and communicate with team to ensure smooth transitions during table turnsReview, plan, and execute table placement and preference for reservations, communicating guest notes with managers and serversBuild trust with guests and keep them updated while they wait for their tableOur hosts also cocktail guests while waiting (drinks and snacks) and make tips on their transfersBe present, active, and engaging on the floor and collaborate with entire team during serviceWhy you'll love working with us:
Lucrative compensation package (this is a well-tipped position)Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options availableEmployer matched 401k programEmployee Assistance Program with mental health services availableContinuing education reimbursement - sommelier, cicerone, sake professionalOpportunity to growwe promote from within almost exclusivelyKnife reimbursement program and knife sharpening opportunitiesUnique and inclusive specials tasting processCultural Ambassador trips to other stores to learn and teachDaily family meal provided for all employeesDining Discounts and monthly dining stipendsReferral bonuses and incentives for being a great teammateThe Hai experience:
It's about hospitality and giving back. Our teams 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 other cool, passionate people.
Basic Qualifications:
Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employeesDetect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standardsLift and carry trays, dishes, equipment and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory and perform restocking dutiesMust have the ability to stand and walk for extended periodsBend, stoop and reach to access various areas and itemsAbility to work in a fast paced, high pressure environmentAbility to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and coldLift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements.Keep a near and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfacesMove quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needsAbility to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving areaTolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odorsMaintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal groomingUnderstand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkersReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions
is accepting resumes for Hosts! In this role you will support service by managing reservations and walk-ins, setting guest expectations, and creating memorable guest experiences. We will teach you everything you need to know to be successful in this role!
Who we are:
Hai Hospitality is an exciting, multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our award-winning restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, and Loro in Austin, Texas; Uchi, Uchiko, and Loro in Houston, Texas; Uchi, Uchiba and Loro in Dallas, TX; Uchi in Denver, and Uchi in Miami. James Beard Award winning Chef, Tyson Cole, celebrates traditional Japanese cuisine and blends the creative expression of some of the Nation's most talented culinary voices.
Hosts at Uchi earn an average of $16-$18 per hour (base pay plus tips).
What you'll do in this role:Acquaint yourself with our menu and Japanese cuisine. We'll provide all the info you need to succeed!Learn about beer, wine, and sake through peer-led beverage training and provide excellent cocktail service while guests wait for their tableMaintain awareness of pace of dining room and communicate with team to ensure smooth transitions during table turnsReview, plan, and execute table placement and preference for reservations, communicating guest notes with managers and serversBuild trust with guests and keep them updated while they wait for their tableOur hosts also cocktail guests while waiting (drinks and snacks) and make tips on their transfersBe present, active, and engaging on the floor and collaborate with entire team during serviceWhy you'll love working with us:
Lucrative compensation package (this is a well-tipped position)Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options availableEmployer matched 401k programEmployee Assistance Program with mental health services availableContinuing education reimbursement - sommelier, cicerone, sake professionalOpportunity to growwe promote from within almost exclusivelyKnife reimbursement program and knife sharpening opportunitiesUnique and inclusive specials tasting processCultural Ambassador trips to other stores to learn and teachDaily family meal provided for all employeesDining Discounts and monthly dining stipendsReferral bonuses and incentives for being a great teammateThe Hai experience:
It's about hospitality and giving back. Our teams 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 other cool, passionate people.
Basic Qualifications:
Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employeesDetect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standardsLift and carry trays, dishes, equipment and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory and perform restocking dutiesMust have the ability to stand and walk for extended periodsBend, stoop and reach to access various areas and itemsAbility to work in a fast paced, high pressure environmentAbility to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and coldLift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements.Keep a near and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfacesMove quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needsAbility to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving areaTolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odorsMaintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal groomingUnderstand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkersReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions