Flexible Kitchen Team Member (As Needed)

The Whistle Stop is hiring dependable Flexible Kitchen Team Members to join our fill-in team.

This position is perfect for high school students (16+), college students, retirees, or anyone looking to earn extra income without committing to a regular weekly schedule.

Hours vary based on business needs. Shifts are offered to help cover employee call-offs, vacations, busy weekends, holidays, special events, and seasonal rushes. While there are no guaranteed hours, this is a great opportunity to earn extra income, gain restaurant experience, and become part of a fun, hardworking team.

Many of our regular part-time and full-time team members start in fill-in roles, making this a great way to get your foot in the door with Whistle Stop.

What You’ll Do

As a cross-trained kitchen team member, you’ll be trained to assist in multiple areas of the restaurant, including:

· Preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items

· Working the fryer, grill, and pizza oven

· Building sandwiches, wraps, salads, and sides according to recipes

· Plating and packaging dine-in, carryout, drive-thru, and delivery orders

· Taking drive-thru and phone orders

· Running food to guests when needed

· Assisting with food prep and stocking

· Washing dishes and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen

· Following food safety and sanitation standards

· Jumping in wherever needed to support the team during busy shifts

What We’re Looking For

· Must be 16 years of age or older

· Positive attitude and strong work ethic

· Dependable and punctual

· Willingness to learn multiple kitchen stations

· Team player who enjoys helping wherever needed

· Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

· Friendly and professional when interacting with guests

· Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds

· Restaurant experience is a plus, but not required—we’re happy to train the right person.

Why Join Whistle Stop?

· Flexible scheduling that works around school, sports, or another job

· Great opportunity to earn extra income

· Paid training

· Employee meal discounts

· Cross-training in multiple kitchen stations

· Opportunities to move into regular part-time or full-time positions as they become available

· Supportive, team-oriented work environment

If you’re dependable, enjoy working with people, and want a flexible job where every shift is a chance to learn something new, we’d love to meet you!

Job Type: As Needed / Fill-In

Pay: $7.00 per hour + tips (average $12.50/hr)

Benefits

· Employee discount

· Flexible schedule

· Paid training

· Opportunities for advancement

Schedule

· Hours vary based on business needs

· Day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts available

· Shifts offered for call-offs, vacations, busy periods, and seasonal coverage

· No guaranteed weekly hours

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Work Location: In person