The money is quick and I have a lot of friends there.
What I wish was different
I spent more time at the beach
Advice
Work hard so you can relax later
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Restaurant Server
February 2018 • San Mateo, CA
What I liked
I like that CCF provides a welcoming space for all of their employees as well as encourage and motivate me to perform at my best with proper etiquette.
What I wish was different
I wish my original branch, Palo Alto, did not have to close down as that branch was very special to me.
Advice
Always be willing to learn and have patience!
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Server
June 2019 • San Mateo, CA
What I liked
It’s a job that pays
What I wish was different
Automatic gratuity
Advice
It’s not as fancy as you think
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Staff Relations Intern
June - August 2019 • Calabasas, CA
What I liked
The Cheesecake Factory internship program was the funnest internship I could have ever experienced. The best part was that there were 15 other interns - each from a different department. We all had the opportunity to work together, learn from one another, and coordinate events together. This internship isn’t one of those typical mail room and coffee run type of internships. They made sure we all had something valuable to take away from our experience. 10/10 would recommend!
What I wish was different
They don’t really make offers to interns unless they have a position open. Only one person out of 16 interns was able to secure a job because someone in her department found a new job. Other then that, you just have to wait for an opening and apply. Luckily, interns probably have a higher chance of being considered for the position over people who haven’t worked for the company before.
Advice
If you get this internship during your graduating year, it will increase your chances of getting an offer (if they have any openings).
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Server
March 2019 • Allen, TX
What I liked
The money is great.
What I wish was different
The drive is a little far for me.
Advice
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Cashier
October 2018 - September 2019 • Boise, ID
What I liked
The fellow staff were super nice.
What I wish was different
Management. They were a mess and they were very unprofessional.
Advice
Don’t expect to move up or grow easily.
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Restaurant Server
March 2015 • Salt Lake City, UT
What I liked
I meet new people every day, work in a fast-paced environment, and make great money.
What I wish was different
I wish that corporate companies had a better way to listen to their employees.
Advice
Work in a restaurant while you’re in college. It’s flexible and always new.
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Server
April - August 2018 • Metairie, LA
What I liked
The money
What I wish was different
Management and hours
Advice
Be open for long hours
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Restaurant Host/Hostess
May - August 2018 • Minnetonka, MN
What I liked
The social aspect and constant business
What I wish was different
I wish there would have been more explanation of how the inner workings of the restaurant went for when I first started.
Advice
Get to know the people you work with and use them as a resource!
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Server
October 2007 • Scottsdale, AZ
What I liked
I made pretty good tips.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Dining Room Host/Hostess
July - August 2018 • Marina del Rey, CA
What I liked
Working at the Cheesecake Factory was a wake-up call. I learned so many valuable skills that I never knew I’d been slacking on such as: conflict management, prioritizing, multitasking, providing excellent customer service, being solution oriented, etc. The hours were flexible, the management was friendly and the pay was great. I enjoyed the location and how much Cheesecake prides itself on being one of the top restaurants. Training was excellent as well, I felt well equipped to do my job and could always go to someone if I had questions.
What I wish was different
I wish I was given the opportunity to work here earlier on in the summer. I only applied to internships instead of actual summer jobs and was missing out on a great pay scale and experience. As far as the company itself goes, I was on my feet all day and the job itself was high-stress; For me, that was a lot to handle at times. Also, I often had to do things that were outside of my job description like cleaning restrooms and other physical work.
Advice
Don’t be afraid to take a summer job. We often get so focused on interning at the “perfect company” that we could miss other great opportunities. Taking time off from work, studying abroad and volunteering are other great summer break options - not everything valuable has to have the label “internship.”
