GUI/Hwaro (opening in early 2025), is a new concept by Sungchul Shim and the team behind Michelin starred Kochi and Mari.

GUI is an American-Korean Steakhouse (not a K-BBQ) with flavors influenced by diverse cultures of NYC. A menu created by chefs with a Korean heritage, American upbringing, and Global flavor understanding.
Catering to guests from our home city to all over the world.

Hwaro is a chef’s table dining concept located inside the soon to open GUI Steakhouse. Hwaro will offer a fine-dining, counter side-open kitchen tasting menu highlighting exquisite and upscale ingredients throughout the meal. 

We are currently looking for a Sous Chef to join our team to start in January 2025!

Responsibilities:

• Cooperative management of the back of house team operation
• Greet, interact, and communicate with customers on regular basis by explaining the menu
• Train the team to uphold company policies and standards 
• Oversee stocking, ordering, and purchasing of ingredients, ensuring that necessary ingredients are available and as fresh as possible while also minimizing spoilage and waste.
• Oversee the operations of the kitchen and back-of-house, ensuring that food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to specifications or request.
• Ensure kitchen runs in accordance with all applicable health, safety, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Work with the Executive Chef to create and modify the restaurant's menu based on food trends, food costs, patron requests, and seasonal availability.
• Maintains and inspects kitchen equipment and utensils, recommending repairs or replacements as needed.
• Maintain and ensure compliances with all regulations of New York City’s health and safety protocol 

Qualifications:

• Open-availability including all major holidays
• 2+ years of having high volume experience of kitchen management
• A genuine passion and knowledge for food and Korean cuisine
• A strong sense of urgency and strong communication skill
• Able to take constructive criticism, learn quickly, and constantly improve
• Must be meticulously clean and aware of all food safety standards 

Compensation/Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Paid TIme Off
• 401K
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee discounts at company restaurants