Discover Key West Hospitality Jobs – Join El Mesón de Pepe
Join El Mesón de Pepe to explore hospitality job opportunities in Key West—from server and bartender roles to kitchen careers—in a family-owned Cuban restaurant at Mallory Square.
El Mesón de Pepe is a family-owned Cuban restaurant at Mallory Square in Key West, and we are often looking for passionate people to join our team. Working at a historic Key West restaurant means being part of a living museum of Cuban-Conch culture — serving authentic Cuban cuisine, pouring mojitos on the patio bar, and being surrounded by nightly live salsa music.
Why Work at El Mesón de Pepe
As a family-owned restaurant, we value people who take pride in hospitality and want to be part of something with real history. Our team is part of the nightly Sunset Celebration at Mallory Square — there is no more iconic place to work in Key West. We are housed in the historic William Wall Warehouse, a building with nearly 150 years of Key West history.
What We Look For
We look for people who genuinely enjoy hospitality — who want to share the story of Cuban food, who take pride in service, and who thrive in a lively, music-filled environment. Whether you have years of restaurant experience or are new to the industry, what matters most is a positive attitude and a respect for the culture we preserve. Read the story of El Mesón de Pepe to understand what we are about.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team, visit our careers page for current openings and application details, or contact us directly. We are located at 410 Wall Street, Mallory Square, Key West, FL 33040. Explore our menu to get a sense of the food you would be serving, and learn about traditional Cuban cuisine to understand the culinary tradition behind it.
Visit Us at Mallory Square
Authentic Cuban flavors, live music, and the best sunset views in Key West at Mallory Square.
