Churrasqueiro

Fogo de Chão; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Voluntary benefits: Pet Insurance

ID Protection

Job summary

Fogo de Chão in Reston seeks a Gaucho Chef to prepare and cook traditional churrasco meats, season and grill to guests' requests, and present dishes in the authentic gaucho style. You will also answer guest questions and convey Brazilian gaucho culture during service.

This on-site role requires stamina to stand long periods, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and availability on weekends/holidays; benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage, with tipping

Qualifications

• Must be able to transport objects up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, and work at a quick pace.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook special cuts of beef and other meats according to traditional Brazilian "churrasco" recipes.
• Season and grill food according to prescribed traditional method and to guests' specific requests.
• Portion, garnish and present to patron in style of Brazilian "gaucho."
• Answer guests' questions concerning "churrasco"-style food and represent and convey Brazilian "gaucho" culture and demeanor.
• Maintain cleanliness of the grill area.
• Complete any beginning or closing shift duties.

Skills

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 50 lbs

Weekend/holiday availability

Job description

At Fogo de Chão, we strive to give our guests an unforgettable dining experience of discovery while showcasing the Culinary Art of Churrasco. Our mission is to ignite fire and joy to care for our team, our guests, and our communities. We believe better futures start when we bring our best to the table every day to Feed a Purposeful Future - starting with our team members. We feed our teams with fulfilling job opportunities, making space around the table so everyone feels welcome. At Fogo, we'll provide you with a fulfilling career with professional and personal growth opportunities at every level. Our values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, humility and Deixa Comigo (we've got you!) are more than just words, it's how we do things every day.

Gaucho Chef (Immediate Hiring)

• Prepare and cook special cuts of beef and other meats according to traditional Brazilian "churrasco" recipes.
• Season and grill food according to prescribed traditional method and to guests' specific requests.
• Portion, garnish and present to patron in style of Brazilian "gaucho."
• Answer guests' questions concerning "churrasco"-style food and represent and convey Brazilian "gaucho" culture and demeanor.
• Maintain cleanliness of the grill area.
• Complete any beginning or closing shift duties.

Requirements

• Must be able to transport objects up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, and work at a quick pace.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Benefits for Full-Time Team Members

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are available for full-time, hourly Team Members on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability are provided where allowed.

Benefits for Part-Time Team Members

• Part-Time Team Members are offered a Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Health plan in addition to Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Coverage for these plans can start as early as the first of the month following your hire date.
• Part-Time Team Members are offered enrollment in voluntary benefits, including Pet Insurance, Legal, and ID Protection.
• We offer a comprehensive voluntary benefits package including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage, Permanent Life, and Pet Insurance.

Fogo de Chão is an Equal Opportunity & E Verify Employer

This position has a fixed rate of $2.13 and is also eligible to receive tips. Additional details regarding tips will be made available during onboarding or upon request.