Cook

Pay Range: $16.90 – $26.90 Listed wages are based on company-wide ranges. Actual earnings will vary based on factors such as: restaurant brand, experience, education, geography, applicable minimum wage, unit volume(s), hours worked & potential overtime pay. Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job Overview The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to Denny's recipes, plating standards, and food safety requirements. This position plays a key role in delivering consistent, high-quality meals while supporting a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen operation in a full-service restaurant environment. Key Responsibilities Food Preparation & Cooking Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items according to Denny's recipes and specifications. Ensure food quality, portion accuracy, temperature, and presentation meet brand standards. Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations. Properly handle, store, label, and rotate food products. Kitchen Operations Operate grills, fryers, ovens, sauté stations, and other kitchen equipment safely. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, prep areas, and cooking stations. Coordinate with servers and kitchen team members to support timely order execution. Monitor food inventory and communicate needs or issues to management. Teamwork & Guest Focus Work collaboratively with other cooks, servers, and restaurant staff. Follow direction from management and shift leaders. Contribute to a positive, professional, and team‑oriented work environment. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Physical Activity Standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and grasping. Reading tickets, writing prep notes, and using kitchen display systems. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects. #J-18808-Ljbffr WKS Restaurant Group