Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Schedule & Perks

iCIMS, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation & sick time

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Shift meals

Employee discount

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking prep cooks to join a high-volume kitchen team in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant. You will follow prep lists, read recipes with precise measurements, and prepare ingredients for hundreds of menu items using various cooking methods.

Ideal candidates have kitchen experience, strong knife skills, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. The role offers steady hours with flexible part-time or full-time options and comprehensive benefits for

Qualifications

• Must have prior kitchen experience in the food service industry.
• Knowledge of kitchen tools, equipment, and culinary techniques.
• Ability to multitask with efficiency and attention to detail.
• Reliable, 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

Food safety knowledge

Multitasking

Reliable & punctual

Positive attitude

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking prep cooks to join a high-volume kitchen team in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant. You will follow prep lists, read recipes with precise measurements, and prepare ingredients for hundreds of menu items using various cooking methods.

Ideal candidates have kitchen experience, strong knife skills, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. The role offers steady hours with flexible part-time or full-time options and comprehensive benefits for