Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Hours

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Village of Valley Stream (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Faster Pay

Shift meals

Discounts

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

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 team enjoys steady hours and flexible scheduling with opportunities for full-time or part-time roles, along with benefits, paid time off, and growth opportunities within a

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in food service preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.
• Ability to multitask with efficiency and attention to detail.
• Reliable and punctual with a positive, patient attitude.

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

Multitasking

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

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 team enjoys steady hours and flexible scheduling with opportunities for full-time or part-time roles, along with benefits, paid time off, and growth opportunities within a