Prep Cook
The Cheesecake Factory•Pasadena, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Prep Cooks prepare recipes using fresh, high-quality ingredients in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant. They work as part of a supportive kitchen team, taking ownership of food preparation and contributing to consistent, memorable dining experiences for guests. The position supports back-of-house operations and requires attention to detail, teamwork, and maintaining high standards under pressure.
Requirements
- Knowledge of food preparation, food handling, and food safety standards.
- Ability to multitask efficiently and with attention to detail.
- Reliability and punctuality, with a positive and patient attitude.
- Dependability, adaptability, dedication, and a strong work ethic.
- Passion for hospitality and contributing to a positive team culture.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and continuously bend, reach, and twist.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
Nice To Haves
- Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry.
- Proficiency with kitchen tools, equipment, and culinary techniques.
Responsibilities
- Follow a prep list and complete tasks efficiently with speed and a sense of urgency.
- Read and follow recipes, using accurate measurements, weights, and portioning.
- Prepare ingredients using knife skills such as chopping, dicing, and slicing.
- Use culinary techniques including boiling, broiling, roasting, sautéing, frying, and grilling.
- Prepare ingredients for more than 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 while maintaining organization, safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
- Follow food safety, food handling, and cross-contamination prevention procedures.
- Support teamwork through clear, effective communication.
- Work well under pressure while maintaining high standards.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling, with full-time or part-time opportunities.
- Access to up to 50% of earned wages the next day, with exclusions.
- Free shift meals and a 25% dining discount for employees' friends and family.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage options.
- Virtual care and no-cost online mental health services.
- World-class training and career advancement opportunities.
- No-cost GED or associate degree programs.
- Discounts on cell phones, gyms, movies, and theme parks.
- Employee recognition and appreciation awards.
- HELP Fund hardship and emergency assistance.
- Opportunities to participate in community and charity events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
