Prep Cook - Flexible Hours, Faster Pay & Growth

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shift meals

25% dining discount

Medical coverage options

Paid vacation and sick time

Employee recognition

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Newark, Delaware is seeking Prep Cooks to join our fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will follow prep lists, read recipes, and work with knives and a range of cooking methods to produce menu items with consistency and care.

We offer steady hours, flexible schedules, and benefits including vacation, health coverage, and employee meals. Join a recognized, Fortune-listed employer that supports growth and teamwork.

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.
• 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

Prior kitchen experience

Proficient with kitchen tools

Food safety knowledge

Multitasking

Punctual and reliable

Strong work ethic

Hospitality mindset

Lift up to 50 pounds

18+ years old

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Newark, Delaware is seeking Prep Cooks to join our fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will follow prep lists, read recipes, and work with knives and a range of cooking methods to produce menu items with consistency and care.

We offer steady hours, flexible schedules, and benefits including vacation, health coverage, and employee meals. Join a recognized, Fortune-listed employer that supports growth and teamwork.