Pastry Cook - Uchi Washington DC

Job Description:

Hai Hospitality is accepting applications for Pastry Cooks. In this role, you will serve as vital member of our kitchen team to create amazing dining experiences for our guests. We offer gainful employment as well as great opportunities to grow with the organization long-term! Our Pastry team focuses on dessert production to prepare for dinner service, which can include baking, sauce work, chocolate work, and more. This is a morning to mid afternoon shift, with hours typically ranging from 7am to 3pm. Previous experience with pastry production is preferred.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

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

Basic Qualifications

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

The Hai Experience

Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. It’s about hospitality and giving back. Our employees 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 cool people.

Our Arizona and Florida locations participate in E-Verify. For more information below, please follow the links below:

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