Welcome To El Gaucho - Applying For The Hiring Busser/Food Runner/Expo and Valet/ El Gaucho Bellevue Position

We are looking for versatile individuals who are eager to learn and take on various support roles within our team.

Busser: As a Busser you will communicate with and assist servers to maintain service efficiency and ensure guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include serving water, bread, and butter, refilling as needed, clearing guests' plates and utensils between courses, and resetting tables. You will also assist waitstaff with hot beverages and maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked workstations. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of service to guests, striving towards guest satisfaction, positive employee relations, and profitability.

Food Runner: As a Food Runner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our guests have an exceptional dining experience. You will work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house staff to deliver food promptly and accurately to our guests.

Responsibilities:

Efficiently deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests at their tables
Ensure orders are complete and presented according to our restaurant's standards
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Address any guest inquiries or concerns in a professional and friendly manner
Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient service
Uphold high standards of cleanliness and food safety

Requirements:

Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to maintaining a clean and organized workspace
Positive attitude and passion for delivering excellent service

Expeditor: Our Expeditors play a crucial role in ensuring that orders are prepared and delivered to guests in a timely and accurate manner. This position requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure all food orders are prepared and delivered according to the restaurant's standards and guest specifications.
Act as a liaison between the kitchen staff and the serving team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
Inspect dishes for accuracy, presentation, and temperature before they are served to guests.
Monitor the timing of food preparation to ensure that all dishes for a table are ready simultaneously.
Address any issues or discrepancies with orders promptly and efficiently.
Maintain a clean and organized expediting station and ensure all equipment is in good working condition.
Assist kitchen and serving staff as needed to ensure a seamless dining experience for guests.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in a restaurant or food service environment preferred.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Valet: El Gaucho Bellevue is seeking a high-energy valet to join our incredible team. Our guest experience starts and ends with impeccable valet service. The ideal candidate possesses a unique blend of exceptional relationship-oriented guest service and effective interpersonal communication skills. A desire to further develop individual talents and an eagerness to learn the true essence of the hospitality profession are both a must.

Responsibilities:

Greeting and welcoming arriving guests
Opening car doors and escorting guests safely into the restaurant
Safely driving, parking, moving, and retrieving guest vehicles
Organizing, securing, and storing guest car keys
Explaining valet parking procedures
Basic understanding of the restaurant and neighborhood
Communication with the management team
Maintaining a hospitality-forward mindset
Upkeep of the sidewalk and valet area
Maintaining a clean, professional, and groomed appearance
Exhibiting a professional demeanor under stress

Qualifications:

Experience preferred
Valid US driver's license
Safe driving record
Proficient in operating manual and stick shift vehicles

Benefits:

Competitive wages
Growth potential
Family meals
Employee dining discount
Medical (25+ hours/week)
Dental (25+ hours/week)
Vision (25+ hours/week)
Sick Pay
401k with employer match (one year of service, and age 21)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (all employees)
Pet Insurance
We value our employees' experience and are closed (without pay) on Sundays and Mondays, as well as certain holidays, except for special engagements.

Compensation:

Hourly Rate: $23-$28 per hour | DOE
Valet: Minimum Wage + Tips

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