Prep Cook - Fast-Paced Scratch Kitchen, Flexible Hours

iCIMS, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Employee recognition

Life events assistance

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Austin, TX is hiring Prep Cooks for part-time roles. You will prepare ingredients, read recipes, and support back-of-house operations in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.

Applicants should have kitchen experience and be able to multitask, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 pounds. Competitive hourly wages range from $17.00 to $20.25 per hour plus benefits and employee perks.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred.
• 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.

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

Food safety knowledge

Multitasking

Proficient with kitchen tools

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Austin, TX is hiring Prep Cooks for part-time roles. You will prepare ingredients, read recipes, and support back-of-house operations in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.

Applicants should have kitchen experience and be able to multitask, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 pounds. Competitive hourly wages range from $17.00 to $20.25 per hour plus benefits and employee perks.