Line Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Hours, Growth

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Free shift meals and 25% dining‑with‑f

Discounts and employee recognition

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking a Line Cook in San Jose, CA to join a high-volume kitchen. You will prepare from-scratch dishes, read recipes carefully, and showcase knife skills while maintaining food safety and quality.

The role offers steady hours, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement within a renowned hospitality brand. Expect benefits including health coverage options, paid time off, and employee perks.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal.
• Proficient with kitchen tools and equipment and 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and culinary techniques.
• Read and follow recipes using accurate measurements and weights.
• Demonstrate knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing.
• Ensure order accuracy through mise en place, portioning, and proper cooking temperatures.
• Plating and garnishing to wow guests; maintain station cleanliness and organization.
• Support opening and closing duties and FIFO stocking.
• Uphold high standards of food safety and allergy awareness.
• Work well under pressure and communicate effectively within the team.

Skills

Line cook experience

Knife skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Strength & stamina

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking a Line Cook in San Jose, CA to join a high-volume kitchen. You will prepare from-scratch dishes, read recipes carefully, and showcase knife skills while maintaining food safety and quality.

The role offers steady hours, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement within a renowned hospitality brand. Expect benefits including health coverage options, paid time off, and employee perks.