A line-cook-turned-exec at The Cheesecake Factory says 3 questions changed his career

Jay Hinson shares career growth tips from his 28-year journey at The Cheesecake Factory. Curiosity and adaptability were key to Jay Hinson's rise in restaurant kitchen operations.

Business Insider • an hour ago

Analysts say this restaurant chain has figured out how to feed everyone — GLP-1 users included

J.P. Morgan upgraded Cheesecake Factory's stock, as weight-loss drugs and cautious consumers make the restaurant industry more anxious.

Market Watch • May 14, 2026

Why Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term

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Zacks Investment Research • May 8, 2026

These 3 Stocks Could Be Bargain Buys for 2026 and Beyond

Dutch Bros is growing traffic while others in the restaurant space are losing it, and its loyalty-driven, data-heavy business model could compound in value as it adds new locations. Sweetgreen is a risky investment, but its automation push aims to cut labor costs, which could unlock a more profitable growth story.

The Motley Fool • May 5, 2026

These Analysts Boost Their Forecasts On Cheesecake Factory After Upbeat Q1 Results

Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:CAKE) on Wednesday posted better-than-expected earnings for the first quarter.

Benzinga • Apr 30, 2026

The Cheesecake Factory Q1 Earnings: Slow And Steady Growth

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated continues to demonstrate stable growth, with Q1 2026 revenues up 5.6% year-over-year and a 1.6% increase in comparable sales. CAKE margins remain resilient, with food and beverage costs at 21.7% of sales and labor expenses improving 20 basis points from last year, supporting profitability. Q1 2026 adjusted EPS reached $1.05, beating estimates by $0.05, and CAKE management targets 8-10% EPS growth for 2026.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 30, 2026

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (CAKE) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (CAKE) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha • Apr 30, 2026

The Cheesecake Factory Posts Higher Profit As Comparable Sales Tick Up

Same-store sales at the restaurant chain restaurants increased 1.6% from a year ago.

WSJ • Apr 29, 2026

The Cheesecake Factory Reports Results for First Quarter of Fiscal 2026

CALABASAS HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (NASDAQ: CAKE) today reported financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, which ended on March 31, 2026. Total revenues were $978.8 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2026 compared to $927.2 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. Net income and diluted net income per share were $49.5 million and $1.02, respectively, in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. The Company recorded a pre-tax net expense o.

Business Wire • Apr 29, 2026

Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates

Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.05 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.03 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.93 per share a year ago.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 29, 2026