What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Line Cooks - Fine Dining Italian position at Melfi's?
Melfi’s is a lively, clubby fine-dining Italian restaurant on Upper King Street, from the team behind Leon's Oyster Shop and Little Jack's Tavern—both nationally recognized by Bon Appétit and Southern Living. Melfi’s has quickly earned its own acclaim, including “Best Pizza in Charleston” by Eater.
We are hiring full-time line cooks and looking for professionals who take pride in precision, consistency, and craftsmanship.
Our kitchen focuses on scratch-made Italian cuisine with a modern perspective—housemade pastas, seasonal ingredients, and a wood-fired program at the center of the restaurant. This is a clean, well-organized kitchen where standards are high and the team is serious about the work.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong line experience in a high-volume or fine dining kitchen
- Attention to detail, organization, and sense of urgency
- Pride in clean work and consistent execution
- Ability to work as part of a disciplined, professional team
- Italian experience is appreciated, but not required
Why Melfi’s:
- Work with a respected, ambitious restaurant group
- Clean, well-equipped kitchen with wood-burning ovens
- Competitive pay daily staff meal employee dining discounts
- Free and accessible parking (rare for King Street)
- Real opportunities for growth across multiple concepts
Hours:
Dinner service daily (5pm–10pm)
Lunch service Friday - Sunday (12pm–4pm)
We’re looking for cooks who want to get better, work hard, and be part of a kitchen that cares about doing things the right way.
If that sounds like you, we’d love to meet you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Charleston, SC 29403 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Charleston, SC 29403: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23