Server / Waiter / Waitress

Full-time, temporary position on a fixed-term contract until 3 January 2027.

Gaucho is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Waiter to join our Chancery Lane team over the festive period. The ideal candidate will be hardworking, positive and confident working in a fast-paced environment. You will be a Gaucho ambassador, delivering brilliant guest experiences and recommending our food and drinks with confidence.

Training and benefits

• 50% off your food bill at all Gaucho restaurants
• Staff breakfast and dinner on every shift
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Opportunity to gain qualifications through our Apprenticeship Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to our employee wellbeing platform

What will you be doing?

• Working alongside the restaurant team to create an unforgettable Gaucho experience through warm and attentive hospitality
• Being the face of Gaucho and delivering service excellence in line with our steps of service and standards
• Developing strong product knowledge to confidently host tables and guide guests through the menu
• Supporting the management team to maximise sales by driving covers and average spend per head
• Ensuring all guest orders are taken and processed professionally and accurately
• Helping to maintain a clean and organised restaurant, following all opening, set-up and closing procedures

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience as a Senior Waiter within a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Warmth, empathy and a genuine commitment to great hospitality
• A positive attitude and the ability to act as a role model for new team members
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work well within a team
• A professional, approachable and respectful manner
• Someone who enjoys creating a welcoming and lively restaurant atmosphere