Line Cook — Fast-Paced, Scratch Kitchen Career Growth

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steady hours

Flexible scheduling

Faster pay

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Virtual care

World class training

Career advancement

GED/Associate degree programs

Employee recognition

Community involvement

Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For

People Companies That Care

Great Place to Work Certified

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a Line Cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You’ll prepare recipes from scratch, read and follow portions, and work with precision to deliver quality dishes quickly while upholding safety standards.

Ideal candidates have prior full-service restaurant cooking experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. We offer steady hours, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal.
• Strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing are required.
• Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients accurately, and work efficiently under pressure.

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

Knife skills

Mise en place

Food safety

Team player

Tools

Flat Top

Grill

Broil

Fry

Oven

Prep

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a Line Cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You’ll prepare recipes from scratch, read and follow portions, and work with precision to deliver quality dishes quickly while upholding safety standards.

Ideal candidates have prior full-service restaurant cooking experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. We offer steady hours, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth.