Line Cook – From-Scratch, Fast-Paced Kitchen Pro

iCIMS, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meals

Employee discounts

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Prescription coverage

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking motivated line cooks to join our high-volume kitchen in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. You will prepare from-scratch dishes, execute precise cooking techniques, and contribute to a team that delivers memorable food experiences.

Ideal candidates bring prior full-service restaurant cooking experience, strong knife skills, and a commitment to food safety.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Knife skills

Food safety

Team player

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking motivated line cooks to join our high-volume kitchen in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. You will prepare from-scratch dishes, execute precise cooking techniques, and contribute to a team that delivers memorable food experiences.

Ideal candidates bring prior full-service restaurant cooking experience, strong knife skills, and a commitment to food safety.