Prep Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Hours

The Cheesecake Factory; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shift meals and 25% discount when

Dining with friends and family

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescipr.

Virtual Care and no cost online mental

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory in the United States is seeking Prep Cooks for our fast-paced, full-service kitchen. You will prep ingredients, read and follow recipes, and support back-of-house operations while upholding high standards of food safety and quality.

We offer steady hours, flexible schedules, access to earned wages next day, free shift meals, and discounts. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, vacation, and ongoing training plus opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Proficient with kitchen tools and culinary techniques.
• Knowledge of food preparation and safety standards.
• Ability to multitask with efficiency.
• Reliable, punctual with a positive attitude.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

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

Knife skills

Food safety

Multitasking

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

Ovens and fryers

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory in the United States is seeking Prep Cooks for our fast-paced, full-service kitchen. You will prep ingredients, read and follow recipes, and support back-of-house operations while upholding high standards of food safety and quality.

We offer steady hours, flexible schedules, access to earned wages next day, free shift meals, and discounts. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, vacation, and ongoing training plus opportunities for career advancement.