Line Cook

Compensation Range\n
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\n$16.25 - $20.75 / Hour\n
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\nOverview:\n
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\nWith over 250 menu items prepared from scratch daily using fresh, high-quality ingredients, every dish reflects our commitment to culinary excellence in food service and hospitality. Our Line Cooks thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, taking ownership and pride in producing delicious dishes through precise cooking techniques, attention to detail, and consistency. While our restaurants are busy and our standards are high, you will love our team spirit and have fun creating memorable food and guest experiences.\n
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\nWhy Join our Team\n
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\nSteady Hours, Flexible Life\n
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\nHigh-volume restaurant with consistent hours\n
\nFlexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities to fit your life\n
\nFaster Pay – access up to 50% of your earned wages the next day (exclusions apply)\n
\nFree shift meals and 25% discount when dining with friends and family\n
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\nBenefits That Have Your Back\n
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\nPaid vacation and sick time\n
\nMedical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage options\n
\nMedical coverage starting as low as $12 per pay period\n
\nVirtual Care and no cost online mental health services\n
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\nGrow With Us\n
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\nWorld class training designed to support your personal and professional growth\n
\nCareer advancement opportunities – over half of our managers are promoted from within\n
\nNo cost GED or Associate Degree programs\n
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\nPerks, Recognition & Community\n
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\nPerks and discounts including cell phone, gym, movie, and theme park savings\n
\nEmployee recognition and appreciation awards\n
\nHELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program) for moments that matter\n
\nOpportunities to give back through community and charity events\n
\nJoin an award-winning company, including:\n
\n– Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® (since 2014)\n
\n– PEOPLE® Companies That Care (since 2021)\n
\n– Great Place to Work® Certified\n
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\nWhat You'll Do\n
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\nPrepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and culinary techniques\n
\nRead & follow recipes using accurate measurements and weights for consistent execution\n
\nDemonstrate strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing\n
\nEnsure order accuracy through mise en place, proper portioning, and cooking to correct temperatures\n
\nWow our guests with beautiful plating, presentation, and garnishing\n
\nSupport opening and closing duties including station setup & breakdown, FIFO (First In, First Out) stocking, cleanliness, and organization\n
\nAdhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, cross contamination prevention, and food allergy awareness\n
\nWork well under pressure, multitasking with speed, efficiency, and a sense of urgency\n
\nSupport teamwork through clear, effective communication\n
\nFollow instructions to uphold high standards\n
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\nYour Background\n
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\nPrior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal\n
\nStation experience preferred: Flat Top, Grill, Broil, Fry, Pasta, Sauté, Salad, Pizza, Pantry, Appetizer, Oven or Prep\n
\nFamiliarity with cooking techniques is a plus: roasting, grilling, sautéing, or scratch cooking\n
\nProficient with kitchen tools and equipment, with an understanding of back-of-house operations\n
\nAbility to deliver accurate orders with consistency\n
\nKnowledge of food safety, sanitation, and food industry standards\n
\nDependable, dedicated, and adaptable with a strong work ethic\n
\nReliable and punctual team player with a positive, patient attitude\n
\nPassionate about hospitality and contributing to a positive team culture\n
\nAbility to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, continuously bend, reach and twist\n
\nMust be at least 18 years old\n
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\nWho we are:\n
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\nNamed to FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” list every year since 2014, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is a leader in experiential dining. We are culinary-forward and relentlessly focused on hospitality. Delicious, memorable experiences created by passionate people—this defines who we are and where we are going.\n
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\nWe currently own and operate over 370 restaurants throughout the United States and Canada under brands including The Cheesecake Factory®, North Italia®, Flower Child® and a collection of other FRC brands. Internationally, 35 The Cheesecake Factory® restaurants operate under licensing agreements. Our bakery division operates two facilities that produce quality cheesecakes and other baked products for our restaurants, international licensees and third-party bakery customers.\n
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\nWe are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, backgrounds and experiences to apply. The Cheesecake Factory offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.\n
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