Line Cook / Heart of the House

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and tips

Get paid daily

Sick pay 1 hour per 40 hours

Family and student friendly hours

50% off meals for team and guests

Flexible schedules

Support St. Jude Children’s Hospital

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Melting Pot in Spokane, WA is seeking a line cook to learn knife skills and execute recipes to standard. No extensive kitchen experience is required, as training is provided on the job. A great team attitude and reliability are essential for this role.

The position offers hourly pay with tips, family-friendly hours, and opportunities for growth within a warm, collaborative kitchen environment. Flexible schedules and a strong focus on teamwork are highlighted in this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimal kitchen experience required.
• Training on the job will be provided.
• Strong teamwork and positive attitude helpful.

Responsibilities

• Dish machine set-up and maintenance.
• Use of proper pre-soaking procedures, cleaning fondue pots, cleaning fondue forks, and following proper chemical usage.
• Document and report repairs and maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain positive interactions between service staff and kitchen team.
• Manage time effectively and support all restaurant staff as needed.
• Follow checklists to ensure proper setup and close down of each shift.
• Adhere to company specifications and food safety procedures.
• Follow FIFO food rotation and restocking procedures.

Job description

Wages $17.13 - $18.00 per hour depending on experience + tips, paid out nightly

We are looking for energetic and dependable individuals to add to our team. A great attitude and being team-oriented are a must. We are a premier fondue restaurant located in downtown Spokane. Our mission is to provide the Perfect Night Out to our guests and a positive work environment for our team members. We offer a warm, friendly, and positive environment that promotes teamwork. We offer highly competitive hourly pay + Tips, meal benefits, and opportunity to grow. Our hours of operation are family and student-friendly. We close at 9 pm every day except Friday and Saturday, which is 10 pm. We are looking for both full and part-time. The Melting Pot in Spokane is a great supplemental income job for those with day jobs or school.

Line cook – learn knife skills along with executing recipes to a standard. Minimal kitchen experience required. Training on the job will be provided. Don’t like working behind a hotline or late nights? We are the place for you. We have a completely cold kitchen!

Responsibilities

• Dish machine set-up and maintenance.
• Use of proper pre-soaking procedures, cleaning fondue pots, cleaning fondue forks, and following proper chemical usage.
• Immediately documents and reports repairs and maintenance issues.
• Positive interaction between service staff and other team members.
• Effective time management.
• Practices teamwork by communicating with and assisting all members of the restaurant team.
• Uses checklists to ensure proper set-up and close down of each shift.
• Follows all of the company’s specifications and procedures to ensure Perfect Food.
• Follows and uses all food safety procedures and logs.
• Follows all food rotation and re-stocking procedures using the FIFO (First In, First Out) method.

Team Member Perks

• Competitive Pay and Tips (above average PPA)
• Get payed daily.
• One hour of sick pay earned per 40 hours worked
• Family and Student Friendly Hours of Operation
• 50% Off Team Member and Guest Meals
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
• Growth Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Eployment

Important Notice

If you need assistance in completing the application below, please contact a member of our management team. Applicants should be extremely careful as they complete this application.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. In accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation upon request during the application process to eligible applicants in order that they may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment.

About Us

The Melting Pot of Boise, ID & Spokane, WA are locally owned by Hollis and Kim Silva. The Melting Pot is the original fondue restaurant where guests can enjoy several fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees, salads, and unforgettable desserts. But we’re more than just a restaurant; we’re a unique destination offering a dining experience unlike any other. Our fondue restaurant is perfect for everyday occasions, from a night out with friends or a romantic dinner with your special someone to a promotion celebration with colleagues. Enjoy a wide range of seasonal and fixed menu items, and you choose the way you want it all. Of course, what’s delicious food without a selection of wines and craft beers to really make it great?

No matter what the occasion or how many courses you choose to partake in, The Melting Pot provides an unforgettable, interactive dining experience that turns moments into memories. From the time the first piece of bread is dipped to when the last nibble of dessert is savored, you'll have the time to discover new things about people you thought you knew, and those you’re getting to know.

The Food - From Appetizers to Desserts

If you aren’t really excited about dinner, maybe it’s time you joined us for one-of-a-kind dining at The Melting Pot. We make any meal stellar by offering you an epicurean fondue experience, featuring an unmatched combination of sensuous tastes you didn’t know you were craving.

A night at The Melting Pot is the perfect night out. Here, the dining experience and food are designed around you—you’ll create pairings as unique as you are. Customize your menu however you like, with up to four delightful courses. Pair artisan cheeses and breads with the perfect glass of wine. Indulge in the 4-Course Experience by selecting your favorite cheese fondue, salad, entrée, and chocolate and then choose one of our tempting cooking styles and sauces to enhance the flavor in every bite. Or just stop by to satisfy your chocolate cravings after an evening movie. Of course, we are happy to accommodate any dietary restrictions, with gluten‑free options available at every restaurant.

Special Occasions - Celebrate with Us

Make absolutely any occasion special by meeting up at The Melting Pot. From birthdays to promotions to anniversaries, we celebrate it all by going far beyond the typical dining fare to give you and your guests a great dining experience.

Our gourmet fondue restaurant is the place to go to be social and that makes you and your guests as essential to the meal as the food. So gather around the table and unplug, unwind, and truly appreciate the time, while also enjoying a fabulous meal of artisan cheeses, fresh salads, savory entrees, and tempting desserts. Order a craft beer or glass of wine and raise your glass, because it’s going to be a good night.