Lead Line Cook (FULL TIME)

Nestled between bustling East Austin neighborhoods, Este celebrates fresh seafood, Mexican flavors, and charcoal cooking. From the team behind the East 6th favorite, Suerte, Chef Fermin Nunez and restaurateur Sam Hellman-Mass are taking their love for masa to the coast.

In a location with a rich history, Este's bright dining spaces, artisan decor, and spacious outdoor deck bring the energy of seaside towns to East Austin. An extensive wine list and classic cocktails with a maritime twist are the perfect pairing for aguachiles, ceviches, oysters, fish tacos y otros mariscos! Our service is rooted in genuine hospitality for each other and our guests, and we are looking for team-oriented people with a positive attitude and a passion for food. Our familia believes every person is important to our shared success, and we treat each other with kindness and respect. Our management team is committed to teaching our staff new skills and knowledge, providing opportunities for growth as part of our company.

Our mission is to create the best possible experience for every guest who visits our restaurants.

Our vision is to make life better for our team, our guests, our community, and our shareholders.

Our Values: At our restaurants, every person is significant. We act with kindness, accountability, and professionalism, and we are always looking for continual improvement.

About Our Team

We uphold a commitment to excellence. We emphasize the importance of teamwork and actions that align with our values. Our team is passionate about delivering an exceptional dining experience to our guests. They are comfortable interacting with guests in a friendly and professional manner. They are comfortable communicating with management and coworkers. They are detail-oriented and organized. They have excellent time management, prioritization, communication, and multi-tasking skills.

Our restaurant is high-volume and fast-paced, and we are looking for team members who can match this energy and enjoy working with new ingredients. Our line cooks are excited to dive deep into the world of mariscos and charcoal cooking from a Mexican point of view! They are driven by the opportunity to be a part of creating something new and use this experience to further their skills in the path of becoming versatile chefs. We work with numerous local farms (and have our own farm) to source our produce and proteins, enabling us to adjust our menu accordingly with the changing seasons. Cooks will be able to work with changing ingredients and engage in conversation about the products they are working with. We nixtamalize and grind Texas heirloom corn for our masa every day, and apply Mexican cooking techniques to local ingredients.

• A minimum of 3 years of kitchen experience in a high-standard, high-volume restaurant.
  

• Full open availability, weekends are must.
  

• The ability to follow directions, multitask, and communicate with teammates as well as chefs.
  

• The desire to maintain their station effectively and with cleanliness
  

• The desire to help others and bring positivity and creativity to the table
  

• The ability to accurately prepare and execute menu items
  

• Familiarity or an excitement to work with local seasonal produce
  

• We have our own farm behind Este with fresh produce, which we regularly incorporate into our menu
  

• Comfortable lifting and carrying trays, dishes, supplies (up to 50 lbs)
  

• Enjoy being active standing, walking, and moving around during your shift
  

• Take pride in a clean, professional appearance with proper uniform and grooming
  

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance for Full-Time Employees, including medical, dental, and vision
  

• Employer covers 50% of the base insurance plan
  

• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Parental Leave
  

• Low-Cost Mental Health Services through the Mike & Sherry Project
  

• Home Restaurant and Sister Restaurant Discounts (Suerte and Bar Toti)
  

• Career Advancement Opportunities
  

For consideration, please submit a cover letter expressing your interest and a resume. Gracias!