Line Cook: Fast-Paced From-Scratch Kitchen (Flexible Hours)

The Cheesecake Factory; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory is hiring a Line Cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You will prepare a wide menu from scratch, follow recipes precisely, and ensure impeccable plating and temperatures for guest satisfaction.

We offer steady hours, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to advance within a renowned, Fortune-listed company. Benefit from paid time off, health coverage, and employee discounts as you grow with us.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal.
• Station experience preferred across Flat Top, Grill, Broil, Fry, Pasta, Sauté, Salad, Pizza, Pantry, Appetizer, Oven or Prep.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and culinary techniques.
• Read and 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 and breakdown, FIFO stocking, cleanliness, and organization.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling and allergy awareness.
• Work well under pressure, multitasking with speed and urgency.
• Support teamwork through clear, effective communication.

Skills

Cooking experience

Station experience

Cooking techniques

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Reliability

Team player

Pace under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory is hiring a Line Cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You will prepare a wide menu from scratch, follow recipes precisely, and ensure impeccable plating and temperatures for guest satisfaction.

We offer steady hours, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to advance within a renowned, Fortune-listed company. Benefit from paid time off, health coverage, and employee discounts as you grow with us.