Sauté Cook

El Gaucho Seattle 

Join the Kitchen at El Gaucho Seattle

El Gaucho is an iconic Pacific Northwest steakhouse known for tableside service, prime-aged beef, and an unwavering commitment to hospitality. We are seeking an experienced Sauté Cook to bring expertise, precision, and passion to our kitchen in Seattle.

In this role, you will own your station and play an integral part in delivering the seamless, elevated experience El Gaucho is known for. If you thrive under pressure and take pride in consistent, high-quality execution — we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Execute service on the sauté station with precision and consistency
• Uphold El Gaucho's standards for food quality, plating, and presentation
• Assist sous chefs with kitchen operations as needed
• Monitor station inventory and communicate needs to management
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitation-compliant workstation
• Support other stations as needed and contribute to a cohesive kitchen team

Requirements:

• 3–4 years of kitchen experience, including fine dining
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities
• Strong command of cooking techniques and food preparation
• Composure and efficiency during high-volume service
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Professional appearance and dependable work ethic
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Valid Food Handler's Permit
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Compensation & Benefits

• $26.00hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401(k) with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Sick Pay
• Clear growth path toward Sous Chef positions
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $26.00

Pantry Cook

El Gaucho Seattle 

Join the Kitchen at El Gaucho Seattle

El Gaucho is an iconic Pacific Northwest steakhouse known for tableside service, prime-aged beef, and an unwavering commitment to hospitality. We are seeking an experienced Pantry Cook to bring precision, consistency, and care to our kitchen in Seattle.

In this role, you will own your station and play an integral part in delivering the seamless, elevated experience El Gaucho is known for. If you take pride in clean execution and thrive in a fast-paced fine dining environment — we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Execute service on the pantry station with precision and consistency
• Prepare cold appetizers, salads, desserts, and other pantry items to El Gaucho's standards
• Uphold El Gaucho's standards for food quality, plating, and presentation
• Assist sous chefs with kitchen operations as needed
• Monitor station inventory and communicate needs to management
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitation-compliant workstation
• Support other stations as needed and contribute to a cohesive kitchen team
• Participate in menu development and testing

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of kitchen experience, including fine dining
• Strong command of cold food preparation and presentation
• Composure and efficiency during high-volume service
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Professional appearance and dependable work ethic
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Valid Food Handler's Permit
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Compensation & Benefits

• $25.00
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (25+ hours/week)
• 401(k) with employer match (after one year, age 18+)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family meals and dining discounts
• Pet insurance
• Sick pay
• Clear growth path toward Sous Chef positions
• Closed Sundays and Mondays (except special events)

Base Salary: $25.00

El Gaucho Seattle – Experienced Server (Occasional Bartending, must have Bartending experience)

El Gaucho Seattle is seeking an experienced Server with a passion for exceptional hospitality. This is primarily a serving role with occasional bartending shifts on an as-needed basis. Bartending experience is required.

Candidates must bring in-depth knowledge of food, beverage, wine, and cocktails both classic and contemporary, alongside the skills to execute polished fine dining service. The ability to anticipate guest needs, stay organized under pressure, and confidently guide guests through the El Gaucho experience is essential.

Responsibilities include managing 3–4 tables as directed by management, accurately receiving and entering orders through our POS system, and communicating between front and back of house — all while following El Gaucho's steps of service. On occasional bar shifts, you'll bring the same hospitality mindset to crafting beverages and cultivating guest relationships that keep people coming back. Efficiency in cash handling and payment processing is required. Prior tableside experience is a plus.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–4 years of fine dining serving experience; bartending experience required
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Flexibility to cover occasional bar shifts as needed
• Valid alcohol server certification
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stand, walk, and carry up to 25 lbs for extended periods

Compensation

During the two-week training period, and for certain limited activities thereafter, you will receive the applicable minimum wage ($21.30/hr). After training, pay ranges from $21.30/hr to $102/hr, calculated as a variable base rate plus 15% commission on individual gross sales paid entirely to you and not shared with support staff, plus any voluntary gratuities at the guest's discretion. Average earnings including commissions and gratuities are approximately $55–$70/hr; actual earnings vary based on individual sales performance and are not guaranteed.*

In the unlikely event that base rate plus commissions do not meet minimum wage in a given workweek, you will be paid at least $21.30/hr.

Benefits

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

Base Salary: $21.30