Chef de Cuisine

Hai Hospitality

Chef de Cuisine at Uchi Restaurants overseeing kitchen operations and staff development. Responsible for menu evolution and ensuring quality culinary experiences.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and develop Sous Chefs and kitchen teams
Drive daily operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and execution
Monitor and analyze key performance metrics to inform decision-making
Oversee financial, administrative, and operational performance of the kitchen
Contribute to menu evolution through our seasonal and collaborative specials program
Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and hospitality within the team

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available
Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available
Employer Matched 401k Savings plan
Opportunity to grow -- we promote from within almost exclusively
Dining discounts
Spouse / Children / Family contributions towards medical premiums
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Paid Vacation benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

Kitchen Equipment OperationMenu EvolutionPerformance Metrics AnalysisInventory ManagementFood Safety Standards

Soft Skills

CoachingTeam DevelopmentCustomer ServiceProblem SolvingAdaptability