Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Hours & Growth

The Cheesecake Factory; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Paid vacation & sick time

Medical, dental, vision options

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Prep Cook to support a high-volume kitchen. You will follow prep lists, read recipes, and prepare ingredients with accuracy to ensure consistent menu items.

This role emphasizes knife skills, safe food handling, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure; we offer steady hours, training, and growth; eligible for benefits and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 service experience

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Reliable and punctual

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Prep Cook to support a high-volume kitchen. You will follow prep lists, read recipes, and prepare ingredients with accuracy to ensure consistent menu items.

This role emphasizes knife skills, safe food handling, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure; we offer steady hours, training, and growth; eligible for benefits and employee discounts.