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Gaucho Chef (Churrasqueiro I)
Job#: 398261
Location: CA - San Diego
Department: Churrasqueiro I
Category: Churrasqueiro I
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About Fogo de Chão

Fogo de Chão (fo-go de shoun) is a dining experience like no other, with a truly unique steakhouse atmosphere from Rio Grande do Sul in Southern Brazil. Our menu features chicken, beef, lamb and pork seasoned to perfection and slow-roasted over an open flame to capture their individual flavor. The savory cuts are presented on skewers and carved table side by our authentic Gaucho chefs. 

The meats are complimented by a 40+ item gourmet Market Table, a Wine Spectator award winning 250+ label wine list and branded bar experience at Bar Fogo. Traditional side dishes of warm cheese bread, fried bananas, crispy hot polenta and seasoned mashed potatoes are automatically brought to each table and replenished throughout the meal. We currently have 35+ thriving locations in the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico and Brazil.

Job Description

We are accepting applications for the following position:
Gaucho Chef (Churrasqueiro I)

We’re a highly-successful and GROWING full service, specialty restaurant concept, looking for talented people to join our culinary apprenticeship program, where you will learn the culinary tradition of Southern Brazilian Churrasco.

In this role you will:

  • Season and grill special meats according to traditional Brazilian Churrasco recipes
  • Prepare, portion, serve and present food to guests using the rich, traditional style and methods of Southern Brazilian Churrasco
  • Represent and convey Brazilian gaucho culture and Churrasco-style food

This is a tipped position that provides excellent compensation, training and advancement opportunities.


Medical, Dental and Vision insurance is available for full-time, hourly employees on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.

Fogo de Chão is an Equal Opportunity & E Verify Employer


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