Line Cook

iCIMS, Inc.; Des Peres (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meals

Dining discounts

Paid vacation

Sick time

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription coverage

Virtual care

Employee recognition

Life/Disability insurance

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory is coming soon to West County Center in Des Peres, MO. We’re hiring cooks for full-time and part-time roles focused on consistency, speed, and teamwork.

Prepare recipes using diverse techniques, read measurements accurately, and maintain mise en place. Plate with care, uphold food safety, and support opening/closing station duties while delivering excellent guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal.
• Familiarity with roasting, grilling, sautéing, or scratch cooking is a plus.
• Proficient with kitchen tools and equipment, with an understanding of back-of-house operations.
• Ability to deliver accurate orders with consistency.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and industry standards.
• Dependable, dedicated, and adaptable with a strong work ethic.
• Reliable and punctual team player with a positive, patient attitude.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and culinary techniques.
• Read & follow recipes using accurate measurements and weights for consistent execution.
• Demonstrate strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing.
• Ensure order accuracy through mise en place, proper portioning, and cooking to correct temperatures.
• Wow our guests with beautiful plating, presentation, and garnishing.
• Support opening and closing duties including station setup & breakdown, FIFO stocking, cleanliness, and organization.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, cross contamination prevention, and food allergy awareness.
• Work well under pressure, multitasking with speed, efficiency, and a sense of urgency.
• Support teamwork through clear, effective communication.
• Follow instructions to uphold high standards.

Skills

Cooking experience

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

Full-time/Part-time Part Time

Compensation Range

$18.00 - $22.00 / Hour

Overview:

The Cheesecake Factory is Coming Soon to West County Center!

Why Join our Team

Steady Hours, Flexible Life

• High-volume restaurant with consistent hours
• Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities to fit your life
• Faster Pay - access up to 50% of your earned wages the next day (exclusions apply)
• Free shift meals and 25% discount when dining with friends and family

Benefits That Have Your Back

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage options
• Medical coverage starting as low as $12 per pay period
• Virtual Care and no cost online mental health services

Grow With Us

• World class training designed to support your personal and professional growth
• Career advancement opportunities - over half of our managers are promoted from within
• No cost GED or Associate Degree programs
• Perks and discounts including cell phone, gym, movie, and theme park savings
• Employee recognition and appreciation awards
• HELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program) for moments that matter
• Opportunities to give back through community and charity events
• Join an award-winning company, including:
  - Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® (since 2014)
  - PEOPLE® Companies That Care (since 2021)
  - Great Place to Work® Certified

What You'll Do

• Prepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and culinary techniques
• Read & follow recipes using accurate measurements and weights for consistent execution
• Demonstrate strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing
• Ensure order accuracy through mise en place, proper portioning, and cooking to correct temperaturesWow our guests with beautiful plating, presentation, and garnishing
• Support opening and closing duties including station setup & breakdown, FIFO (First In, First Out) stocking, cleanliness, and organization
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, cross contamination prevention, and food allergy awareness
• Work well under pressure, multitasking with speed, efficiency, and a sense of urgency
• Support teamwork through clear, effective communication
• Follow instructions to uphold high standards

Your Background

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal
• Familiarity with cooking techniques is a plus: roasting, grilling, sautéing, or scratch cooking
• Proficient with kitchen tools and equipment, with an understanding of back-of-house operations
• Ability to deliver accurate orders with consistency
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and food industry standards
• Dependable, dedicated, and adaptable with a strong work ethic
• Reliable and punctual team player with a positive, patient attitude
• Passionate about hospitality and contributing to a positive team culture
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, continuously bend, reach and twist
• Must be at least 18 years old

Who we are:

Named to FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” list every year since 2014, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is a leader in experiential dining. We are culinary-forward and relentlessly focused on hospitality. Delicious, memorable experiences created by passionate people-this defines who we are and where we are going.

We currently own and operate over 370 restaurants throughout the United States and Canada under brands including The Cheesecake Factory®, North Italia®, Flower Child® and a collection of other FRC brands. Internationally, 35 The Cheesecake Factory® restaurants operate under licensing agreements. Our bakery division operates two facilities that produce quality cheesecakes and other baked products for our restaurants, international licensees and third-party bakery customers.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, backgrounds and experiences to apply. The Cheesecake Factory offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.
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