Come Join Our Denny's Team!

We are hiring Cooks! Whether you are looking for a career or just some extra cash, we are open to that!

Training provided.

Accountability

Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Cook prepares and presents food to order following company menu and food specifications and timing standards. Adheres to all federal, state, and local safe food handling regulations. Exhibits Denny’s Guiding Principles when interacting with others.

Key Business Areas

• Consistently exhibits Denny’s Vision, Mission, and Guiding Principles.
• Prepares, cooks and presents food to order following established company brand standards guidelines and recipe specifications.
• Follows correct prepping procedures, utilizing prep charts; properly stores and rotates perishable stock.
• Maintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Denny’s Brand Standards, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepares special orders as requested.
• Maintains stock to shift par levels.
• Organizes and maintains work areas, coolers, and storage areas.
• Assists as needed with product inventory and deliveries.
• Cleans and takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils, and other equipment.
• Adheres to all safe food handling principles.

Essential Functions

• Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs throughout shift; place items on high and low shelves in store rooms, service areas, walk-in coolers, and freezers.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and grasp.
• Must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in confined work area.
• Must work inside and outside the restaurant.
• Must be able to work with all Denny’s menu products.
• Must be able to read tickets, recipes, and product specifications, and observe wares for cleanliness.
• Must be able to stand and walk throughout a 4 to 8 hour shift.
• Must be able to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs.
• Must meet any state, county, or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling.
• Must be able to work with potentially hazardous chemicals.
• Must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas.
• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Must meet Denny’s uniform and grooming standards and maintain them throughout the shift.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or tasks which may be required to be performed in this position.

• Employee Meal Discount.
• Competitive Pay.
• Flexible Schedule.
• Career Advancement.
• Employee Benefits (medical/dental/vision).
• 401K opportunity.

• Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Strong guest service skills.
• Basic math skills, including understanding of units of measure.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills in English, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of food handling regulations.