450 108th Avenue NE Bellevue, WA

El Gaucho

Address

Bellevue, WA

450 108th Avenue NE

98004

Positions at this location

Host


El Gaucho Bellevue Hosts are the first and last impression of the restaurant and set the tone for the El Gaucho dining experience. We are looking for energetic, friendly professionals to welcome locals and visitors; helping to create amazing, personalized evenings for each guest.

Our staff is constantly moving and multitasking, and individuals that work well in a fast-paced, team environment thrive within our company.

Our hosts graciously greet guests, assist with coats, escort guests to their table, provide menus, and ensure that special requests are well-communicated. They also warmly answer incoming calls, input reservations, and assist the Front Desk Lead with accurate table checks. Our Host are trained to food run as well.

If you are polished, positive professional with a heart of hospitality, we would love to hear from you!

 
Compensation: $24-$28 Hourly |DOE 

Benefits:

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


Barista/Host/Expo

Barista & Host/Expo at El Gaucho Bellevue and The Bar-ilo

Location: El Gaucho Bellevue and The Bar-ilo, City Center Plaza (Lobby, El Gaucho Bellevue)
Schedule: Partial day barista shifts at The Bar-ilo plus some evening host/expo shifts at El Gaucho
Compensation:
Barista shifts: $17.13 per hour plus tips. Host/Expo shifts: $24.00 per hour

Position Overview

This is a unique role for a hospitality professional who loves variety. During partial day shifts, you will craft exceptional beverages and welcome guests at The Bar-ilo, our refined coffee bar in the lobby of City Center Plaza. On select evenings, you will join the El Gaucho team as a host and expo, setting the tone for each guest's dining experience at the front door and helping ensure every dish leaves the kitchen looking and tasting its best.

Our staff is constantly moving and multitasking, and individuals who work well in a fast paced, team environment thrive within our company. If you are a polished, positive professional with a heart for hospitality, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at The Bar-ilo

  • Serve as a gracious host, guiding guests through their coffee experience
  • Prepare and present high-quality beverages with care and consistency
  • Operate the POS system and handle cash and card transactions accurately
  • Follow proper cash handling and reconciliation procedures
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and upscale environment
  • Assist with inventory and restocking supplies as needed

As a Host/Expo at El Gaucho

  • Graciously greet guests, assist with coats, and escort guests to their table
  • Provide menus and ensure special requests are well communicated
  • Warmly answer incoming calls and input reservations
  • Assist the Front Desk Lead with accurate table checks
  • Expedite orders, checking each plate for accuracy and presentation before it leaves the kitchen
  • Run food to tables and communicate clearly between the kitchen and service team

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of restaurant or coffee experience
  • Availability for partial day shifts and some evening shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

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

If you are excited about contributing to a warm, welcoming hospitality environment in two settings, we encourage you to apply today. We look forward to learning more about you!

Base Salary: $17.13


Busser/Server Assistant

Busser / Server Assistant | EL Gaucho Bellevue

At El Gaucho Bellevue, our Bussers and Server Assistants play an essential role in delivering the exceptional dining experience our guests expect. Working in close collaboration with our service team, you will uphold the standards of excellence and hospitality that define El Gaucho.

Communicate and assist servers to maintain service efficiency and guest satisfaction. Serve water and bread to guests and provide refills as needed. Clear plates, utensils, and service items between courses and after guests depart. Reset tables with proper dishware and utensils for the next course. Return dirty dishes, glassware, and utensils to the dishwashing area or bar. Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked workstations.

Benefits:

  • $26–$30/hr DOE
  • Competitive wages + growth potential
  • Family meals + employee dining discount
  • Medical, Dental & Vision (25+ hrs/week)
  • Sick Pay | Pet Insurance | EAP
  • 401k with employer match (1 yr service)
  • Closed Sundays & Mondays

Base Salary: $26.00


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