Our Culture

The Cheesecake Factory created the upscale casual dining segment in 1978 with the opening of our first restaurant in Beverly Hills, CA. And even with over 145 restaurant locations now in the U.S., we're just as original today as we were when we first opened!

In addition to The Cheesecake Factory restaurants, the company also operates two bakery production facilities that produce over 60 varieties of quality cheesecakes and other baked products.

We have many exciting and rewarding career opportunities for leaders who share the belief that innovation, commitment to excellence, and uncompromising quality are critical to success.

We know that outstanding people make it all happen. Each individual’s efforts and skills are necessary to the success of our company as a whole. As a staff member, we will invite you to share our company mission, “To Create an Environment Where Absolute Guest Satisfaction is our Highest Priority". And our company values will guide your daily actions and ensure that the work environment and company culture is filled with memorable moments.

     • People - Our Greatest Resource
     • Quality in Everything We Do
     • A Passion for Excellence

     • Integrity, Respect and Responsibility
     • Service Mindedness

     • Dynamic Leadership
 

Click here to see our Mission Statement.

Commitments

Commitment to Diversity
Integrity, Respect and Responsibility! The Cheesecake Factory understands that a patchwork of backgrounds, perspectives, talents and beliefs adds value to our workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment that celebrates the diversity of our staff members.

We do this by honoring our Company core value of Integrity, Respect and Responsibility.


The Cheesecake Factory is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Awards
We have inherited a tradition of excellence that began in 1972 with our founders, Oscar and Evelyn Overton. Their values formed the cornerstones of our culture and continue to define the character and nature of our Company today.
Our accomplishments have been recognized and rewarded by leaders in the industry. Click here to see a list of awards The Cheesecake Factory has won throughout the years.
Charitable Giving
Through community outreach and volunteerism, The Cheesecake Factory participates in ongoing projects and events to help improve the lives of those around us.
Click here to learn more about The Cheesecake Factory Oscar and Evelyn Overton Charitable Foundation and our involvement with The Salvation Army, Feeding America, City of Hope, and more.
Commitment to the Environment
Quality in Everything We Do!  At the Cheesecake Factory we have always lived our Company value of Quality in Everything We Do. This core value has led to our 30 year success in a highly competitive industry. As we look for ways to make our business environment more sustainable and responsible to the environment, we have made some changes which include:

 • Take Out bags are made of recycled material and are
    treated with an additive to start biodegrading within 1
    year.
 • Our napkins, cocktail napkins and paper towels are all
    made from 100% recycled material.
 • We utilize online ordering and online documents to
    reduce paper waste in our administrative functions.
 • Take Out containers are made from Polypropylene and
    PETE (most widely accepted materials at recycling
    plants) 
 • Our new hot cups do not require a Java Jacket and are
    insulated with corrugate not foam.
 • Larger case packs to reduce the total number cases
    shipped around the country saving on fuel.
 • Electronic invoicing.
 • Using U.S. based companies.
 • We continue our efforts to set up Harvest Programs for
    nightly food donations.

We will continue to challenge ourselves and our business partners to find ways to improve and embrace green initiatives where possible, and help Mother Earth in the process.