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A new Cheesecake Factory is set to open at the Tampa Premium Outlets in Lutz, Florida, on November 11. With 275 job openings available, the restaurant offers a range of positions, including bartenders and servers. The Cheesecake Factory, known for its extensive menu since 1972, is expanding its reach, bringing dining options and employment opportunities to the local area.
Lutz, Florida will see the opening of a new Cheesecake Factory restaurant on November 11, 2023. The highly anticipated location will be positioned at the Tampa Premium Outlets, conveniently located near the intersection of Interstate 75 and State Road 56. As part of the launch, the restaurant is actively seeking to hire 275 staff members to help meet the demand of its opening day.
The available job positions include a diverse range of roles such as bartenders, bussers, cashiers, dessert finishers/baristas, dishwashers, hosts, line cooks, prep cooks, and servers. Pay for hosts is set to range between $13 and $16 per hour, while line cooks and stewards can expect to earn between $16.50 and $21 per hour. Interested candidates can apply for these positions conveniently online.
The Cheesecake Factory has been a staple in American dining since its inception in 1972, gaining popularity for its extensive menu which offers approximately 250 items. Currently, the chain operates 23 locations within the state of Florida, with six situated along the Gulf Coast in cities including Naples, Sarasota, Estero, Tampa, Clearwater, and Brandon.
Tracing its roots back to California, the first Cheesecake Factory opened in Beverly Hills in 1978, founded by David Overton. The restaurant chain has since earned a reputation for its casual dining environment and has become popular among diners, often leading to long wait times.
The Tampa Premium Outlets itself is a large shopping center that spans 441,000 square feet, located in Pasco County, making it an ideal venue for the new restaurant. The Cheesecake Factory is also experiencing growth beyond Florida, having opened a new location in Lakewood, Colorado, in early May 2023. Future plans include additional locations in Naperville, Illinois, and Cypress, Texas, both scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.
In an effort to keep the menu fresh and exciting, the Cheesecake Factory recently announced a menu update in March 2023. This update involved removing 13 items from its offerings and introducing almost two dozen new dishes, further enhancing the overall dining experience for customers.
The opening of the Cheesecake Factory in Lutz is set to bring new employment opportunities and dining options to the local community, adding to the dynamic landscape of the Tampa Premium Outlets and the broader Pasco County area.
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- Business Observer: Pasco Cheesecake Factory Hiring
- USA Today: Cheesecake Factory New Restaurant Locations
- Hindustan Times: The Cheesecake Factory Eyes Expansion
- Merca 20: Cheesecake Factory Will Open More Restaurants
- Wikipedia: The Cheesecake Factory
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