Welcome To El Gaucho

Host

At El Gaucho Boise, hosts are essential to our front-of-house operations. You'll manage guest arrivals, coordinate seating, and ensure smooth communication between guests and the service team. This fast-paced role requires energy, professionalism, and strong multitasking abilities in a fine dining environment.

Daily responsibilities:

• Welcoming guests with authentic hospitality
• Assisting with coats and personal belongings
• Escorting guests to tables and presenting menus
• Answering calls and managing reservations professionally
• Communicating guest needs to the service team
• Supporting the Lead Host with accurate table management

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of restaurant experience
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting

Compensation: $16 hour/ plus tips (training wage $16 hour)

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $16.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Join Our Family at El Gaucho Boise

 Fire & Vine Hospitality

Lead Host

As a Lead Host, you set the tone for every dining experience. From the moment guests arrive until they depart, you'll ensure smooth operations at the front of house while leading the host team with professionalism and warmth. You'll orchestrate the flow of our dining room with grace and intention, ensuring every guest feels welcomed from the moment they arrive. Your professionalism and warmth set the tone for exceptional dining experiences.

Your responsibilities include:

• Greeting guests with genuine warmth and assisting with coats
• Guiding guests to their tables and presenting menus with care
• Preparing custom menus and tracking guest preferences for special requests
• Managing reservations and phone inquiries with professionalism
• Coordinating seating to ensure smooth service flow
• Maintaining accurate waitlist information and realistic time estimates
• Keeping the host stand and entrance immaculate
• Supporting special events and large party coordination
• Reading the dining room to anticipate needs before they arise

If you have a natural gift for hospitality and thrive in dynamic environments. You're polished, positive, and passionate about creating memorable experiences. Prior experience in upscale dining is essential.

Benefits:

• $20.00/hour plus tips (Training wage $20/Hour)

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program for all team members
• Family meals and employee dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Growth opportunities with El Gaucho Boise
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $20.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Pantry Cook

Start your culinary journey at El Gaucho Boise

Join our kitchen team and help create the beautiful starters and salads that begin every memorable meal. We're seeking pantry cooks who take pride in their work and understand that every dish matters.

You'll coordinate pantry line operations, preparing fresh, beautiful dishes while working in harmony with other kitchen stations. Your attention to detail, timing, and consistency ensure every guest's experience starts perfectly.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating pantry line for maximum efficiency
• Preparing food according to El Gaucho standards
• Following recipes, portions, and timing precisely
• Maintaining sanitation and health standards
• Coordinating with other kitchen stations
• Using supplies responsibly
• Contributing to guest satisfaction
• Requirements
• Minimum 1 year restaurant kitchen experience
• High energy and stamina
• Dependability and reliability
• Excellent coordination
• Professional appearance
• Flexibility for nights, weekends, holidays
• Must be 18 years or older

Compensation: $19/hour

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Growth potential
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $19.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Expeditor

As Expeditor at El Gaucho Boise, you'll coordinate between the kitchen and dining room, ensuring every dish is delivered accurately and on time for seamless service.

You're responsible for quality control, inspecting each plate for proper presentation and accuracy while coordinating with kitchen and service staff. Your attention to detail, clear communication, and professionalism ensure seamless service.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating timely, accurate food delivery
• Maintaining warm, welcoming guest interactions
• Communicating clearly with kitchen, servers, and management
• Inspecting dishes for presentation and accuracy
• Gathering and addressing guest feedback
• Contributing to continuous improvement
• Requirements
• Minimum 1 year fine dining or high-end restaurant experience
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Exceptional communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Genuine passion for hospitality
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Strong teamwork abilities

 Food Runner

As a Food Runner at El Gaucho Boise, you'll deliver dishes from the kitchen to guests efficiently and accurately. Timing, attention to detail, and professionalism are essential in this fast-paced role.

You'll work seamlessly with both kitchen and front-of-house teams, delivering orders promptly and accurately while maintaining El Gaucho's impeccable standards. Your friendly professionalism and quick thinking help create smooth, exceptional service.

Responsibilities:

• Delivering food orders efficiently from kitchen to table
• Ensuring order accuracy and proper presentation
• Maintaining clean, organized work areas
• Addressing guest inquiries professionally
• Collaborating with team members for seamless service
• Upholding cleanliness and food safety standards
• Assisting team with tableside service

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months restaurant experience
• Strong hospitality focus on guest satisfaction
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
• Attention to detail and multitasking ability
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

What We Offer

• Compensation: $12.00/hour during training, then $3.35/hour plus tips

  • Benefits include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
  • 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family meals and dining discounts
  • Pet insurance
  • Growth opportunities
  • Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $3.35

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Our Front Desk Host serves as key figure in our guests’ overall impression of the restaurant as the first and last person the guest communicates with (in person and/or by telephone). Professionalism, efficiency and a friendly and welcoming manner are sought-after traits for this role. This position focuses on maximizing the sales volume of the restaurant by facilitating and orchestrating the intake and flow of guest reservations. Core duties include managing reservations and guest inquiries, assignment of tables and service stations to staff and collecting, inputting and updating guest data. Front Desk team members are also responsible for taking and ringing in to-go orders and handling payment. Providing the highest quality of service to guests requires a hospitality-driven skillset where anticipation of guests needs comes first.  

 Compensation: $24-$27 Hourly |DOE

Benefits:

• Competitive wages            
• Growth potential
• Family meals
• Employee dining discount
• Medical (25+ hours/week)
• Dental (25+ hours/week)
• Vision (25+ hours/week)
• PTO
• Pet Insurance
• 401k with employer match (one year of service, age 18+)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (all employees)
• We also value our employees’ experience and are closed (without pay) on Sunday and Mondays and certain holidays, except for special engagements.

Base Salary: $24.00

• Seattle 2200 Western Avenue STE 101

Lead Line Cooks

Lead the line at El Gaucho Boise

El Gaucho Boise is seeking an experienced Lead Line Cook to oversee a station and support kitchen operations. You'll be responsible for leading by example, mentoring other cooks, and ensuring consistent execution of menu items during service.

As Lead Line Cook, you'll manage your station while providing guidance to line cooks and prep staff. Your expertise, leadership, and ability to maintain high standards during busy service are essential to our kitchen's success.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and execute service on your assigned station
• Train and mentor line cooks and prep cooks
• Ensure consistent food quality and presentation
• Maintain proper cooking techniques and plating standards
• Assist sous chefs with kitchen operations and staff coordination
• Monitor inventory and communicate needs to management
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient workstations
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Step in to support other stations as needed
• Help develop and test new menu items
• Ensure proper food storage and labeling
• Lead by example in work ethic and professionalism

Requirements

• Minimum 3-4 years kitchen experience, including fine dining
• Proven leadership abilities and mentoring skills
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and food preparation
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Dependable and reliable
• Professional, well-groomed appearance
• Flexibility for nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid Food Handler's/Health Permit
• Must be 18 years or older

Compensation: $25.00/hour

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Growth opportunities to sous chef positions
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $25.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

 Bartender

El Gaucho Boise seeks experienced bartenders with expertise in classic and contemporary cocktails and a commitment to exceptional hospitality. Beyond crafting exceptional beverages, you'll cultivate relationships and create a bar environment where guests want to return. Your deep knowledge of spirits, wines, and cocktails—both classic and contemporary—combined with your hospitality mindset will make you invaluable to our team.

Your expertise includes:

• Comprehensive knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits
• Experience creating traditional and modern cocktails
• Fine dining beverage service experience
• Enthusiasm for selling through genuine hospitality
• POS system proficiency
• Cash handling and payment processing
• Anticipating guest needs with intuition
• Maintaining an impeccably organized bar

Requirements

• Minimum 3-4 years bartending experience
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Alcohol server certification
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Capability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to build regular clientele

Compensation: $12.00/hour during 2-week training. After training: Starting wage $3.35/hour plus tips. Our bartenders typically earn $40-60/hour including tips, though earnings vary based on individual sales and guest gratuities.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Growth potential
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $3.35

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Bookeeper

El Gaucho Boise Hiring a Bookkeeper to join our team of hospitality professionals. This is a unique opportunity to become part of an organization where exceptional service and integrity define our culture.

We're looking for an experienced restaurant bookkeeper who is a self-starter with strong leadership skills and the ability to foster a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will bring resourcefulness, high integrity, and a collaborative spirit to our team.

As our Bookkeeper, you'll review and analyze accounting records to prepare accurate financial statements and deliver insights that support informed financial decision-making.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service to guests and team members
• Reconcile and balance staff turn-in reports and commissions, verify discounts and house charges for accuracy, and report variances to the General Manager
• Maintain comprehensive recordkeeping systems for payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related accounting filings
• Ensure accuracy of cash balances for tills, petty cash, and safe
• Process accounts payable and review purchases for proper coding and entry into the accounting system
• Reconcile financial transactions with our separately owned hotel, including catering, events, and room charges
• Oversee maintenance, tracking, and accuracy of our loyalty program
• Review and maintain personnel records in the POS system, assist with employee recordkeeping, and ensure all termination, rate change, and new hire documentation is current and complete
• Support HR with benefits administration and payroll processes
• Maintain and publish financial reporting spreadsheets
• Assist with phone coverage and guest reservations as needed
• Meet or exceed all deadlines
• Complete additional projects and duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Restaurant bookkeeping experience required
• Demonstrated experience with accurate cash handling and sales reconciliation
• Successful completion of a background check (required before job offer)

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $24 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive wages with growth potential
• Family meals and employee dining discount
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with employer match (after one year of service and age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to all employees

Base Salary: $24.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Server Assitant

Support extraordinary service at El Gaucho Boise

Our Bussers are essential team members who help create seamless dining experiences. You'll work closely with servers to maintain the rhythm and flow of service, ensuring guests never want for anything.

 You're always moving with purpose—refilling water and bread, clearing courses with perfect timing, resetting tables to pristine condition, and keeping workstations organized. Your attention to detail and teamwork ensure service flows beautifully.

Responsibilities:

• Serving water, bread, and butter with attentiveness
• Clearing plates and utensils between courses
• Resetting tables to El Gaucho standards
• Assisting servers with hot beverages
• Maintaining clean, well-stocked workstations
• Contributing to overall guest satisfaction

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months restaurant or hospitality experience
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Efficiency in fast-paced environments
• Commitment to cleanliness and organization
• Positive attitude and passion for service
• Interest in learning Tableside service

Compensation: $12.00/hour during training, then $3.35/hour plus tips

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Growth opportunities
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $3.35

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Dishwasher

Behind every beautiful plate at El Gaucho Boise is a dedicated dishwasher who takes pride in their work. We're seeking someone reliable and detail-oriented who understands that cleanliness and organization are essential to hospitality.

You'll maintain the highest standards in our kitchen and dishroom, ensuring clean dishes, utensils, and equipment are always ready for service. Your efficiency and attention to detail keep our kitchen running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Washing and storing dishes and utensils efficiently
• Maintaining kitchen and dishroom cleanliness
• Following all sanitation and health standards
• Assisting with prep work as needed
• Using supplies responsibly to minimize waste
• Supporting the team's commitment to excellence
• Requirements
• Minimum 6 months dishwashing experience in a restaurant
• Guest-focused mindset
• High energy and reliability
• Professional appearance
• Flexibility for nights, weekends, holidays
• Must be 18 years or older

Compensation: $19/hour

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Growth potential
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $19.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Executive Sous Chef

Lead culinary excellence at El Gaucho Boise

El Gaucho Boise is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. You'll play a key role in all aspects of kitchen operations, from daily service to team development, working alongside the Executive Chef to maintain our standards of excellence.

You'll oversee kitchen operations, lead and mentor the culinary team, and ensure consistent execution of El Gaucho's menu. Your expertise in fine dining, leadership, and operational management will be essential to our continued success.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily back-of-house operations and kitchen staff
• Train and develop cooks to build a strong culinary team
• Maintain food and labor cost percentages within company guidelines
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all menu items
• Oversee private dining events from 20 to 200 guests
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
• Create and execute menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Coordinate with front-of-house management for seamless service
• Participate in menu development and planning
• Use kitchen management systems and software effectively
• Assume kitchen leadership in Executive Chef's absence

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years culinary leadership experience
• Strong background in fine dining or upscale restaurants
• Proven ability to manage food and labor costs
• Excellent leadership and team development skills
• Strong organizational and communication abilities
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
• Proficiency with MS Office and kitchen management software
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Compensation: $65,000 annual salary

 Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and voluntary vision insurance
• 401k with employer match (after one year)
• 10 days PTO first year (accrued)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and in-house dining account
• Ongoing education and professional development
• Pet insurance
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Note: Background check required for top candidates

Base Salary: $65,000.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Line Cook

El Gaucho Boise is seeking passionate line cooks who view cooking as an art and hospitality as a calling. You'll work with premium ingredients and exacting standards, creating dishes that exceed our guests' expectations every service.

You'll be part of a cohesive kitchen team, working efficiently to deliver consistently excellent food. Your skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously are essential to our success.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing food to El Gaucho standards
• Managing multiple tasks in a high-volume kitchen
• Collaborating with FOH and BOH teams
• Maintaining immaculate work areas
• Following all health and safety guidelines
• Contributing to menu development
• Managing inventory and minimizing waste
• Proper food storage and labeling

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years restaurant kitchen experience
• High energy and stamina
• Dependability and reliability
• Strong coordination
• Professional, well-groomed appearance
• Flexibility for nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts
• Must be 18 years or older
• Strong hospitality mindset

Compensation: $20/hour (DOE)

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Growth opportunities
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $20.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Prep Cook

Start your culinary career at El Gaucho Boise

El Gaucho Boise is seeking dedicated Prep Cooks to support our kitchen operations. You'll be responsible for preparing ingredients and components that are essential to our menu, working efficiently to ensure the kitchen is ready for service.

You'll prepare vegetables, proteins, stocks, and sauces according to El Gaucho's recipes and standards. Your attention to detail, knife skills, and ability to follow instructions are essential to supporting our culinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients for all kitchen stations according to recipes
• Maintain proper food storage and labeling procedures
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Keep prep areas clean and organized
• Assist with inventory and stock rotation
• Communicate effectively with kitchen leadership
• Complete prep lists efficiently and accurately
• Support line cooks during service as needed
• Minimize waste through proper portioning and storage
• Requirements
• Minimum 6 months kitchen experience preferred
• Basic knife skills and food preparation knowledge
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions precisely
• Understanding of food safety practices
• Dependable and reliable
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Professional appearance
• Flexibility for early morning, evening, and weekend shifts
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be 18 years or older

Compensation: $19/hour

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Growth opportunities within the kitchen
• Pet Insurance
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $19.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Server

At El Gaucho Boise we're seeking experienced servers who excel in fine dining service. Your expertise in food, wine, and professional standards will ensure our guests enjoy memorable dining experiences. You'll manage 3-4 tables with precision, coordinating seamlessly between front and back of house. You understand fine dining coursing, proper steps of service, and how to guide guests through their dining experience. Strong salesmanship skills and product knowledge are essential.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of food, beverage, and wine
• Experience with fine dining service standards
• Skillful salesmanship rooted in genuine hospitality
• Proficiency with POS systems
• Understanding of proper coursing and service timing
• Accurate cash handling and payment processing
• Strong communication and coordination abilities
• Focus on delivering exceptional service that encourages repeat visits
• Tableside service experience is a plus

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years’ serving experience
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Alcohol server certification
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Capability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Exceptional communication skills

Compensation: $12.00/hour during 2-week training period. After training: $3.35/hour plus tips. Our servers typically earn $40-60/hour including tips, though earnings vary based on individual sales and guest gratuities.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401k with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Growth potential within El Gaucho
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $3.35

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Fine Dining Manager (Captain) - El Gaucho Boise

 El Gaucho Boise is seeking a passionate hospitality leader to join our Fine Dining Manager (Captain) role. This rare opportunity is perfect for a service professional who believes that true hospitality is an art form—creating memorable moments that guests treasure long after they leave our dining room.

The Role

As our Fine Dining Manager (Captain), you'll be the heart of our hospitality experience—a gracious host who anticipates guests and creates an atmosphere where every guest feels genuinely welcomed and cared for. You'll lead by example, overseeing multiple server sections while fostering a culture of warmth, professionalism, and genuine service excellence.

Beyond operational management, you'll be a hospitality ambassador, ensuring that every interaction—from the moment guests arrive to their final farewell—reflects our commitment to making our guests feel special.

Your primary mission: ensure every guest experience is positive, seamless, and unforgettable.

• Create exceptional hospitality moments through attentive, personalized service
• Lead and inspire your service team to deliver genuine hospitality
• Build lasting guest connections through memorable dining experiences
• Resolve guest concerns with grace, empathy, and swift solutions
• Champion our commitment to elevated service at every touchpoint

We're Looking For

Experience & Skills:

• 4-5 years restaurant management experience, preferably fine dining
• Proven operational leadership in high-pressure environments
• Expert knowledge of food, wine, and spirits
• Strong financial management skills (forecasting, cost control)
• Exceptional multitasking and communication abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Exceptional dining etiquette and service standards

Qualities we are looking for

• Genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences
• Natural warmth and ability to connect with the team and guests
• Hospitality-first mindset
• Grace under pressure while maintaining genuine care for guests
• Leadership style that inspires team members
• Intuitive understanding of what makes guests feel truly welcomed and valued

Why Join El Gaucho?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits:
• Competitive wages with growth potential
• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with employer matching (after 1 year, age 18+)
• 10 days paid time off in your first year
• Family meals and in-house dining account
• Pet insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

We also value our employees experience and are closed (without pay) on Sunday and Mondays and certain holidays, except for special engagements.

Note: Final candidates will be required to complete and pass a background check prior to job offer.

Apply today and become part of a team that sets the standard for fine dining excellence.

Base Salary: $75,000.00

• Boise 610 W Idaho St

Base Salary: $16.30

• Portland 319 SW Broadway

El Gaucho Vancouver Seeking a Private Dining and Events (Kitchen Lead)

Role and Responsibilities

• Reports directly to Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef
• Maintains food quality standards as set by Executive Chef and Company requirements
• Adheres to the highest professional standards of job performance, conduct and attendance
• Reads BEO s to compile information for product ordering and makes food production lists
• Organizes, prepares for, and participates in the execution of high-end private dining events for 15 to 250 persons
• Flexible with respect to scheduling to accommodate events on varying days and times
• Actively controls food cost through proper food handling/storage procedures, waste avoidance practices, and adherence to standardized recipes
• Ensures compliance with all state and local food handling regulations and safe food handling in the kitchen

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIOINAL REQUIREMENTS

• Verifiable experience/competence in the culinary arts and professional kitchen systems commensurate with that required by F&V.
• Ability to follow instructions by Executive Chef while also using personal judgment and initiative to solve problems
• Ability to maintain calm and focus under stress, and to work with others towards the common goal
• Ability to create and execute in a busy private dining format fresh, delicious, exciting and relevant menu items and specials in keeping with the F&V brand
• This position demands a high level of commitment to both the success of the company and to one's own professional growth. It requires sustained focus on one s duties as well as high levels of physical and mental stamina

Benefits

We offer a supportive and rewarding work environment with a range of benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Growth potential
• Family meals
• Employee dining discount
• Medical insurance (25+ hours/week)
• Dental insurance (25+ hours/week)
• Vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to all employees
• 401(k) with company match (after one year of service, age 18+)
• Sick leave
• Pet insurance

Compensation: $24-26 Hourly | DOE

If you feel you meet the qualifications and are excited about contributing to a warm, hospitality-driven environment, we encourage you to apply today. We look forward to learning more about you!

Base Salary: $24.00

• Vancouver 510 Waterfront Way

Wine Captain (Manager)

El Gaucho Seattle, a premier destination celebrated for its exceptional dining experience, is seeking a highly qualified and passionate Wine Captain to join our distinguished team. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to our legacy of excellence and work alongside dedicated hospitality professionals.

As our Wine Captain, you will play a pivotal role in elevating the guest experience through expert wine service, staff leadership, and operational excellence. Your expertise will ensure the highest standards of service while creating an extraordinary and welcoming atmosphere for our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee multiple server sections, ensuring seamless and efficient floor operations
• Uphold company standards and deliver positive, memorable guest experiences
• Anticipate and address guest needs with precision and attention to detail
• Provide nightly wine service, education, and operational oversight for the dining room
• Demonstrate mastery in coursed service, fine dining etiquette, problem-solving, and staff management
• Lead with composure under pressure while effectively guiding team performance
• Execute administrative duties related to wine program operations

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar role within upscale hospitality, preferably fine dining
• Experience in wine service and a genuine passion for wine education
• Wine certifications (WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, etc.) are a plus
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Positive, energetic, and guest-focused demeanor with a deep commitment to hospitality excellence
• Dedication to upholding El Gaucho Seattle's vision, policies, procedures, and standards

Compensation:$80k-85k annually (DOE)

Benefits:

• Competitive wages with growth potential
• Ongoing professional education and development
• Family meals
• In-house dining account
• Medical and dental insurance
• Voluntary vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match (after 1 year of service, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO - 10 days first year (subject to accrual)
• Pet insurance
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (without pay) and select holidays, except for special events

A background check will be conducted for the selected candidate prior to extending an offer.

If you are an accomplished hospitality professional with a passion for wine and creating unforgettable guest experiences, we invite you to apply. Join our team and help us celebrate lives through exceptional hospitality and world-class dining.

Base Salary: $80,000.00

• Seattle 2200 Western Avenue STE 101