Prep Cook - Uchiko Plano

Job Description

Hai Hospitality (Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba) is accepting applications for Prep Cooks. In this role, you will serve as a vital member of our kitchen team to ensure a seamless dinner service and create amazing dining experiences for our guests. Whether you are new in your culinary journey or a seasoned cook looking for stability and structure, we offer gainful employment as well as great opportunities to grow with the organization long‑term.

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available
• Employer‑matched 401(k) savings plan
• Opportunity to grow – we promote from within almost exclusively
• Dining discounts

• Assist in ensuring seamless dinner service and create amazing dining experiences for guests.
• Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs; stock inventory and perform restocking duties.
• Use kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, and knives safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces.
• Move quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needs and work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area, tolerating exposure to potential allergens and food odors.

• 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.
• 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.

Hai Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.