Host - Uchi Austin - Join Us Now!

Hai Hospitality is a dynamic multi-concept restaurant group headquartered in Austin, Texas, known for its innovative and high-quality dining experiences. The group operates several distinguished restaurant concepts including Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. Each establishment features a unique blend of contemporary Japanese cuisine with a modern Texan influence, emphasizing exceptional quality, creativity, and hospitality. Hai Hospitality prides itself on cultivating a work environment that values employee creativity, work ethic, and professionalism, making it an exciting employer in the hospitality industry. The company has established itself as a respected leader in the restaurant scene and fosters a culture of inclusion and diversity, ensuring a positive and rewarding experience for its team members. Their commitment to community and hospitality is at the heart of their operations, welcoming guests and employees alike to engage in an environment that promotes respect, collaboration, and growth. The role of Host at Hai Hospitality’s restaurants is a pivotal position designed to enhance the guest experience from the moment they arrive until they are seated. Hosts play an essential role in managing reservations and walk-ins efficiently while setting the tone for a memorable dining experience. In this position, individuals are tasked with greeting and acknowledging guests, providing timely updates, and offering cocktail service to guests waiting for their tables. A critical element of the job involves learning about the menu, including the rich flavors of Japanese cuisine, and the beverage options such as beer, wine, and sake through peer-led training sessions. This knowledge enables hosts to engage guests meaningfully and enhance their anticipation for the meal ahead. In addition to guest interaction, hosts are responsible for maintaining awareness of the dining room’s pace to ensure smooth and timely table turns. They coordinate with managers and servers to review and plan table placements and honor guest preferences and special requests. This role calls for individuals who are excellent communicators, capable of multitasking in a vibrant, fast-paced environment, and comfortable working collaboratively within a busy restaurant team. Hosts at Hai Hospitality earn an average of $22 per hour, which includes base pay plus tips. This position offers an opportunity for those passionate about hospitality to contribute to a well-regarded restaurant group while developing skills in guest service, beverage knowledge, and restaurant operations.

• 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