2200 Western Avenue STE 101 Seattle, WA

El Gaucho Seattle Hiring Host

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

Wine Captain (Manager) El Gaucho Seattle

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