Server

Cactus Restaurants; Bellevue, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 6 months

Paid sick leave

Unpaid holidays off

Meal discounts

Job summary

Cactus Restaurants is seeking a bartender in Bellevue, WA. Our bartending team begins with initial server training and advances to the bar based on performance, offering chances to work with top-level tools in a fast-paced environment.

We value extroverted, hospitality-focused individuals who team well, stay professional, and take accountability for their section and workplace. Weekend availability is a key requirement, with competitive tips and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of serving experience in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant.
• Flexible availability—weekends are especially important.
• Extroverted, hospitality-obsessed and dedicated to serving others.

Responsibilities

• Provide bartending service to guests and maintain high service standards.
• Complete initial server training and transition into bar based on performance.
• Adhere to company policies and uphold the restaurant's brand and customer experience.

Skills

Extroverted

Hospitality obsessed

Team oriented

Detail oriented

Accountability

Professional demeanor

Job description

We’re not authentic, we’re uniquely Cactus! Since 1990, we’ve been serving up innovative Southwestern, Mexican and Spanish cuisine along with warm hospitality to our amazing neighborhood communities. 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.

Want to become a bartender for us? All of our bartending team goes through initial server training and is moved into the bar based on performance. If you are experienced behind the bar and interested in bartending for us, please mention it in your application!

Why Cactus?

• We write consistent weekly schedules that don’t change unless we talk to you first.
• You’ll be supported by talented, friendly, and supportive managers and a great support staff.
• You’ll work with industry leading tools.
• You’ll serve high quality, innovative cuisine that you can be proud of.
• You’ll get great tips and vibes from dedicated and loyal regulars who love us!
• We care about our neighborhoods and donate prolifically to our communities (with a focus on education).
• We focus on training & development and promote leaders from within.

• You’re extroverted, hospitality obsessed and truly enjoy serving others.
• You’re a happy person who conducts themselves professionally and is allergic to drama.
• You’re team oriented, dedicated and dependable.
• You enjoy a fast-paced environment where you can take a large section.
• You’re detail oriented, operate with integrity, and hold yourself to a high standard.
• You take accountability for yourself, section, and place of employment.
• You have 2+ years of serving experience in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant.
• You have flexible availability - most importantly, on the weekends!

• 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 $17.13 per hour), plus tips (tips are discretionary).

Estimated Total Compensation:

• Based on historical earnings, total hourly compensation (including base wage and tip pool) typically ranges from $37-45 per hour.
• Actual earnings may vary based on factors such as shift volume, business levels, and individual performance.