Prep Cook

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Faster Pay

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Virtual care

GED/Associate degree programs

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Prep Cook to support scratch cooking and a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare ingredients, follow recipes precisely, and work with a collaborative team to ensure consistent quality across hundreds of dishes.

Responsibilities include prepping items for 200+ menu offerings, operating ovens and grills, and adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Proficient with kitchen tools and culinary techniques is a plus.
• Ability to multitask with efficiency and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual with a positive, patient attitude.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Follow a prep list while completing tasks efficiently with speed and a sense of urgency.
• Read and follow recipes using accurate measurements, weights, and portioning for consistent recipe execution.
• Prepare ingredients using strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing.
• Use a variety of cooking methods and culinary techniques including boiling, broiling, roasting, sauteing, frying, and grilling.
• Prep ingredients for 200+ menu items including sauces, dressings, and soups.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, fryers, broilers, flat tops, grills, tilt skillets, mixers, and slicers.
• Label, date, and rotate food using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
• Follow instructions maintaining organization, safety standards, cleanliness, and sanitation.
• Adhere to food safety, food handling, and cross contamination prevention procedures.
• Support teamwork through clear, effective communication.
• Work well under pressure while maintaining high standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

Job description

Compensation Range

$17.50 - $22.50 / Hour

Overview

With a commitment to scratch cooking using fresh, high-quality ingredients, our Prep Cooks prepare hundreds of recipes for our delicious dishes. You’ll work alongside a supportive kitchen team in a fast paced, full-service restaurant, taking ownership and pride in food preparation, attention to detail, and consistency. Our Prep Cooks are passionate team players who support back-of-house operations and help create memorable dining experiences for our guests.

Why Join our Team

Steady Hours, Flexible Life

• High-volume restaurant with consistent hours


• Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities to fit your life


• Faster Pay – access up to 50% of your earned wages the next day (exclusions apply)


• Free shift meals and 25% discount when dining with friends and family

Benefits That Have Your Back

• Paid vacation and sick time


• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage options


• Medical coverage starting as low as $12 per pay period


• Virtual Care and no cost online mental health services

Grow With Us

• World class training designed to support your personal and professional growth


• Career advancement opportunities – over half of our managers are promoted from within


• No cost GED or Associate Degree programs

Perks, Recognition & Community

• Perks and discounts including cell phone, gym, movie, and theme park savings


• Employee recognition and appreciation awards


• HELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program) for moments that matter


• Opportunities to give back through community and charity events


• Join an award-winning company, including: Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® (since 2014), PEOPLE® Companies That Care (since 2021), Great Place to Work® Certified

What You’ll Do

• Follow a prep list while completing tasks efficiently with speed and a sense of urgency


• Read and follow recipes using accurate measurements, weights, and portioning for consistent recipe execution


• Prepare ingredients using strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing


• Use a variety of cooking methods and culinary techniques including boiling, broiling, roasting, sauteing, frying, and grilling


• Prep ingredients for 200+ menu items including sauces, dressings, and soups


• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, fryers, broilers, flat tops, grills, tilt skillets, mixers, and slicers


• Label, date, and rotate food using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures


• Follow instructions maintaining organization, safety standards, cleanliness, and sanitation


• Adhere to food safety, food handling, and cross contamination prevention procedures


• Support teamwork through clear, effective communication


• Work well under pressure while maintaining high standards

Your Background

• Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred


• Proficient with kitchen tools, equipment, and culinary techniques, a plus


• Knowledge of food preparation, food handling, and food safety standards


• Ability to multitask with efficiency and attention to detail


• Reliable and punctual with a positive, patient attitude


• Dependable, adaptable, and dedicated with a strong work ethic


• Passionate about hospitality and contributing to a positive team culture


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, continuously bend, reach and twist


• Must be at least 18 years old

Who We Are

Named to FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For®" list every year since 2014, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is a leader in experiential dining. We are culinary-forward and relentlessly focused on hospitality. Delicious, memorable experiences created by passionate people - this defines who we are and where we are going.

We currently own and operate over 370 restaurants throughout the United States and Canada under brands including the Cheesecake Factory®, North Italia®, Flower Child® and a collection of other FRC brands. Internationally, 35 The Cheesecake Factory® restaurants operate under licensing agreements. Our bakery division operates two facilities that produce quality cheesecakes and other baked products for our restaurants, international licensees and third-party bakery customers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, backgrounds and experiences to apply. The Cheesecake Factory offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.

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