Tavolàta Belltown is a pasta-driven Italian restaurant with a deep respect for Northwest ingredients, seasonality, and technique. We are the original Tavolàta, and the first restaurant in the ESR family (opened in 2007!). We are passionate about scratch cooking, thoughtful preparation, and creating an experience that brings people together at the dinner table.
We’re currently seeking Line Cooks to join our team. If you're excited by fresh pasta, clean technique, and a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
What We’re Looking For:
- Excellent knife skills and a strong understanding of basic cooking methods
- Motivated by making great food and delivering memorable guest experiences
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Self-driven with a desire to grow and build a career in the kitchen
- Previous experience in a high-volume, scratch kitchen is preferred
- Current WA State Food Handler Card
What Ethan Stowell Restaurants Offers:
- A safe and supportive working environment
- Opportunity for advancement within a respected restaurant group
- A great environment to learn and perfect your skills
- Universal Paid Time Off benefit
- Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
- Employee dining discount at all ESR locations
- Complimentary shift meal
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Pre-tax commuter and parking benefit programs
- Supplemental insurance coverage (Disability, Life, Accident)
- Employee Assistance Program
Compensation: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
At ESR, we strive to create a safe, diverse environment where we invest in the personal and professional growth of every team member, and each individual is committed to the success of their team and the company as a whole. We aim to be seen as the top employer in our industry.
WE WANT TO GROW WITH YOU
A safe working environment
Opportunity to work with great people and product
Opportunity to work with a diverse team
Job ladders are clearly defined with supporting training available
Opportunities to turn a job into a career
Opportunity for advancement far exceeding industry standard
Job Security - ESR is in it for the long haul
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Competitive pay - Above industry standard
Universal Paid Time-Off Benefit
Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance Benefits
Employee Dining Discount at all ESR restaurants
401(k) Plan
Pre-Tax Cost savings commuter and parking program
Supplemental Insurance (Colonial Life Program) - Disability, Life, Accident