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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Steady hours

Flexible scheduling (FT/PT)

Fast access to earned wages

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Paid vacation

Medical/Dental/Vision

Wellness support

Career growth

Employee recognition

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking a Prep Cook to join our busy kitchen in the United States. You will follow prep lists, read recipes for accurate portions, and prepare ingredients with knife skills for a wide menu range.

You’ll operate ovens, fryers, and grinders, ensuring FIFO labeling and food safety standards. We offer steady hours with full-time or part-time opportunities, access to faster pay, free shift meals, and strong benefits, fostering teamwork and high-quality dining

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Knowledge of food safety standards is a plus.

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

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team player

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking a Prep Cook to join our busy kitchen in the United States. You will follow prep lists, read recipes for accurate portions, and prepare ingredients with knife skills for a wide menu range.

You’ll operate ovens, fryers, and grinders, ensuring FIFO labeling and food safety standards. We offer steady hours with full-time or part-time opportunities, access to faster pay, free shift meals, and strong benefits, fostering teamwork and high-quality dining