Pros
I can say the Cheesecake Factory has been one of the best jobs I’ve had. I lost my job last year after years of financial stability. I applied at several jobs and decided to take the job at a location in California. I was skeptical because I haven’t had a job in the food industry in years and I was used to my office job. The training was very thorough, and we got tons of Free Food!!! I got on the floor a week later and felt completely confident in my training to do the job. My location was insanely busy and boy was it rough, but the Tips always paid the bills and it always seemed to work out at the end of the week to meet my financial goals. After getting myself together I requested a transfer to a location closer to my family and the GM and the management team helped me with the process. I spent 6 months at that location and just recently completed my 1 year. During the last few months I obtained a new full time (desk job) that pays the bills but I still continue working at The Cheesecake Factory because the managers genuinely care, I make excellent tips on the weekends, and again the Free Food. Lowkey this job saved me financially. If you want to work Very hard but secure some financial freedom and flexibility I recommend.
Cons
Utility Shifts/ doing your share of Food Running/Host/ Bakery. I know Its required to work those shifts but I don’t care for them. Some stores require way to much side work. Napkin Folds etc. When Business is slow and Managers don’t Phase servers appropriately. Some Servers get preferred sections and work load.