Line Cook: From-Scratch Kitchen, Flexible Hours

The Cheesecake Factory; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Faster Pay – early access to earned W‑

Free shift meals and 25% dining-dis</

Discounts (cell phone, gym, movie)

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Line Cook to join a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. Produce over 250 menu items daily with precise cooking techniques, attention to detail, and consistent results to delight guests.

Expect steady hours, flexible scheduling, opportunities for growth, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Training and advancement are available within a celebrated, award-winning company.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal.
• Station experience preferred: 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.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and food industry standards.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

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 experience

Station experience

Cooking techniques

Kitchen equipment

Food safety knowledge

Tools

Flat Top Grill

Broil

Sauté

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Line Cook to join a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. Produce over 250 menu items daily with precise cooking techniques, attention to detail, and consistent results to delight guests.

Expect steady hours, flexible scheduling, opportunities for growth, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Training and advancement are available within a celebrated, award-winning company.