Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Hours

iCIMS, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meals

Employee discounts

Training & advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory in Columbus, OH is seeking Prep Cooks to join a fast-paced, full-service kitchen. You will prep ingredients, follow recipes precisely, and work with a collaborative team to deliver high-quality dishes across hundreds of menu items.

You’ll handle diverse cooking methods, maintain safety standards, and contribute to a positive dining experience. Opportunities include steady hours, part-time or full-time roles, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation, food handling, and food safety standards.
• Ability to multitask with efficiency and attention to detail.
• 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

Food preparation

Attention to detail

Team player

Multitask

Stamina

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory in Columbus, OH is seeking Prep Cooks to join a fast-paced, full-service kitchen. You will prep ingredients, follow recipes precisely, and work with a collaborative team to deliver high-quality dishes across hundreds of menu items.

You’ll handle diverse cooking methods, maintain safety standards, and contribute to a positive dining experience. Opportunities include steady hours, part-time or full-time roles, and benefits.