Prep Cook

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Prep Cook
Job Locations
US-NY-Valley Stream
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date
9 hours ago(10/3/2026 7:49 PM)
Requisition ID
2026-22092
Posting Location : Location
US-NY-Valley Stream
Location/Org Data : Mall Name
Green Acres Mall
Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
The Cheesecake Factory
Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL
https://www.thecheesecakefactory.com/
Posting Location : Address
2034 Green Acres Road
Posting Location : Postal Code
11581
Full-time/Part-time
Part Time
Compensation Range
$18.50 - $24.00 / Hour
Overview:
With a commitment to scratch cooking using fresh, high-quality ingredients, our Prep Cooks prepare hundreds of recipes for our delicious dishes. You’ll work alongside a supportive kitchen team in a fast paced, full-service restaurant, taking ownership and pride in food preparation, attention to detail, and consistency. Our Prep Cooks are passionate team players who support back-of-house operations and help create memorable dining experiences for our guests.
Why Join our Team
Steady Hours, Flexible Life
High-volume restaurant with consistent hours
Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities to fit your life
Faster Pay – access up to 50% of your earned wages the next day (exclusions apply)
Free shift meals and 25% discount when dining with friends and family
Benefits That Have Your Back
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
Grow With Us
World class training designed to support your personal and professional growth
Career advancement opportunities – over half of our managers are promoted from within
No cost GED or Associate Degree programs
Perks, Recognition & Community
Perks and discounts including cell phone, gym, movie, and theme park savings
Employee recognition and appreciation awards
HELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program) for moments that matter
Opportunities to give back through community and charity events
Join an award-winning company, including:

• Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® (since 2014)
• PEOPLE® Companies That Care (since 2021)
• Great Place to Work® Certified

What You'll Do
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
Your Background
Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred
Proficient with kitchen tools, equipment, and culinary techniques, a plus
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
Who we are:
Named 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.
We 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.
We 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.
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