Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Hours

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 23,281 - 30,651; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steady hours

Flexible scheduling

Faster pay

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Paid vacation

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Telehealth / virtual care

Growth opportunities

GED or Associate programs

Employee recognition

Community involvement

Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Beverly Hills is seeking a Prep Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen team. You will follow prep lists, read recipes precisely, and prepare ingredients for 200+ menu items while maintaining high standards of quality, speed, and safety.

You'll gain steady hours with flexible full-time or part-time options, competitive hourly pay, and benefits including medical coverage and paid time off. Join a renowned, award-winning brand and grow with us.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Proficient with kitchen tools and culinary techniques.
• 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.
• Passionate about hospitality and contributing to a positive team culture.

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 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

Kitchen tools

Food safety

Multitasking

Reliability

Hospitality mindset

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Beverly Hills is seeking a Prep Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen team. You will follow prep lists, read recipes precisely, and prepare ingredients for 200+ menu items while maintaining high standards of quality, speed, and safety.

You'll gain steady hours with flexible full-time or part-time options, competitive hourly pay, and benefits including medical coverage and paid time off. Join a renowned, award-winning brand and grow with us.