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Cactus Restaurants; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health, dental & vision

Paid Sick Leave

Unpaid holidays off

Meal discounts: 50% on shifts, 25% off

Job summary

Cactus Restaurants in Seattle is hiring a team member to deliver outstanding service in a fast‑paced, community‑locused setting. You’ll rely on your hospitality skills and upbeat attitude to help guests enjoy every visit.

We offer a competitive hourly wage with a tip pool, plus employer‑paid medical, dental and vision after 6 months, generous meal discounts, sick leave, and other benefits. Weekend availability is highly valued as part of our team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in restaurants, hospitality, or food service.
• Extroverted, hospitality-obsessed, and enjoys helping others.
• Happy, professional, and drama-free; organized and adaptable.
• Willing to work weekends and fast-paced environments.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Extroverted

Team player

Detail-oriented

Job description

We’re not authentic, we’re uniquely Cactus! Our busy and successful restaurants are made up of hardworking individuals obsessed with running the best operation possible. This commitment starts with our dedication to valuing our team members by supporting them fully during the shift and (more importantly) by ensuring that their happiness and loyalty is our highest priority. If you’re looking to join a team where you truly matter and where you can make amazing money in a bustling neighborhood restaurant loved by the community, then you need to

Why Cactus?

• We write consistent weekly schedules that don’t change unless we talk to you first.
• We focus on training & development and frequently promote to server and bartender positions from within.
• You’ll be supported by talented, friendly, and hardworking managers on the floor.
• You’ll work with industry leading tools.
• We care about our neighborhoods and donate prolifically to our communities (with a focus on education).

• You have 1+ years of experience in restaurants, hospitality, or food service.
• You’re extroverted, hospitality obsessed and truly enjoy helping others.

• You’re a happy person who conducts themselves professionally and is allergic to drama.
• You’re organized, like challenges, and enjoy solving puzzles.
• You’re team-oriented, high-energy and thrive in a fast paced environment.
• You enjoy supporting others in delivering outstanding service.
• You have an eye for detail and take pride in doing a great job.
• You’re dependable and punctual.
• You have flexible availability - most importantly, on the weekends!
• You have 1+ years of experience in restaurants, hospitality, food service or retail.

• Employees are eligible for employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance after 6 months of employment, provided they average at least 30 hours per week.
  • The employer covers 75% of the premium.
  • Dependent/family coverage is available at full cost to the employee.
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave (PSSL): Accrued and available for use in accordance with Washington state and local laws.
• Unpaid Holidays Off: Employees receive 5 designated holidays off per year; however, these are unpaid.
• Additional benefits include:
  • 50% off meals on shifts worked.
  • 25% off when dining on a day off.

Wage: Minimum wage per hour (currently $21.30 per hour), plus tip pool participation.

Estimated Total Compensation:

• Based on historical earnings, total hourly compensation (including base wage and tip pool) typically ranges from $28-36 per hour.
• Actual earnings may vary based on factors such as shift volume, business levels, and individual performance.