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

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shift meals

Employee discount

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking skilled Line Cooks to help us prepare from-scratch dishes in a high-volume kitchen. You will work across stations, reading recipes accurately and executing with precision.

We offer steady hours with flexible part-time or full-time options, growth opportunities, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits for eligible team members. Join us to deliver high-quality guest experiences in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal.
• Station experience across multiple kitchen stations.
• Familiarity with cooking techniques such as roasting, grilling, sautéing, or scratch cooking.
• Proficient with kitchen tools and equipment and back-of-house operations.
• Ability to deliver accurate orders with consistency.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and industry standards.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and techniques.
• Read and follow recipes with 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 guests with 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.
• Work well under pressure, multitask with speed, efficiency, and urgency.
• Support teamwork through clear, effective communication.
• Follow instructions to uphold high standards.

Skills

Cooking

Knife skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Reading recipes

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking skilled Line Cooks to help us prepare from-scratch dishes in a high-volume kitchen. You will work across stations, reading recipes accurately and executing with precision.

We offer steady hours with flexible part-time or full-time options, growth opportunities, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits for eligible team members. Join us to deliver high-quality guest experiences in a collaborative environment.