Join the team

Come cook, serve & celebrate with la familia

We’re a family-owned cantina bringing the flavors of Puebla to downtown Providence — and we’re looking for people who love great food and warm hospitality.

Why Viva Mexico

More than a job — a familia

Family first

We're a couple keeping a Puebla legacy going — you'll know our names, and we'll know yours.

Real cocina skills

Learn mole from scratch, hand-pressed tortillas, and recipes that took generations to perfect.

Downtown energy

A busy Washington Street dining room, lively private events, and regulars who feel like familia.

Room to grow

Servers become lead bartenders, runners become cooks — we promote from within whenever we can.

Open roles

Who we’re looking for

  • Servers & bussers

    Warm, fast, and proud of the food — you can explain what a cemita is and mean it.

  • Line cooks

    Comfortable on a hot line, ready to learn the Puebla way — sauces, searing, and fire.

  • Hosts

    The first smile of the night. You keep the room flowing and guests feeling welcome.

  • Bartenders

    Margaritas, mezcal, and good conversation behind a hand-painted bar.

  • Dishwashers & prep

    The backbone of the kitchen — reliable, steady, and part of the crew from day one.

Don’t see your role? Apply anyway — great people always have a place here.

Apply now

Introduce yourself

Fill out the form below — it goes straight to our team, and we’ll be in touch if it feels like a match.

Prefer to apply in person? Stop by 129 Washington Street between 2–4pm, or call 401-369-7974.

Where you’ll work

129 Washington Street

Downtown Providence, RI 02903

Mon–Wed

11am–9:30pm

Thu

11am–11pm

Fri–Sat

11am–1am

Sun

11am–9pm

Call us

401-369-7974