Prep Cook

The Cheesecake Factory•Town of Brookhaven, NY

About The Position

Prep Cooks prepare recipes using fresh, high-quality ingredients and support back-of-house operations in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant. They work alongside a kitchen team, taking ownership of food preparation and maintaining attention to detail and consistency to help create memorable dining experiences for guests.

Requirements

Knowledge of food preparation, food handling, and food safety standards.
Ability to multitask efficiently and with attention to detail.
Reliable and punctual, with a positive and patient attitude.
Dependable, adaptable, dedicated, and have 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 prep lists and complete tasks efficiently with speed and urgency.
Read and follow recipes, using accurate measurements, weights, and portions.
Prepare ingredients with knife skills such as chopping, dicing, and slicing.
Use cooking methods and 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 standards, cleanliness, and sanitation.
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

Consistent hours.
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.
Medical coverage starting as low as $12 per pay period.
Virtual care and no-cost online mental health services.
Training designed to support personal and professional growth.
Career advancement opportunities, with over half of managers promoted from within.
No-cost GED or Associate Degree programs.
Perks and discounts on cell phones, gyms, movies, and theme parks.
Employee recognition and appreciation awards.
HELP Fund for hardship and emergency support.
Opportunities to give back through community and charity events.