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

The Cheesecake Factory; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Health insurance options

Paid vacation and sick time

Career growth opportunities

Vision and dental coverage

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory in Carlsbad, CA is seeking Prep Cooks to join our high-volume kitchen team. You will follow a prep list, read recipes, and prepare ingredients for 200+ menu items with accuracy and speed.

A strong work ethic and ability to work under pressure are essential to maintain quality and consistency. We offer steady hours, flexible scheduling, and benefits including vacation, health coverage, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Proficient with kitchen tools, equipment, and culinary techniques.
• Knowledge of food preparation, 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, 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 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

Teamwork

Reliability

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Kitchen tools and equipment

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory in Carlsbad, CA is seeking Prep Cooks to join our high-volume kitchen team. You will follow a prep list, read recipes, and prepare ingredients for 200+ menu items with accuracy and speed.

A strong work ethic and ability to work under pressure are essential to maintain quality and consistency. We offer steady hours, flexible scheduling, and benefits including vacation, health coverage, and paid time off.