At Denny's, we love feeding people. If you have a passion for food and serving others, see what your future can hold at Denny's!As a Cook, you do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our guests' taste buds just enough to take their minds off their problems. So if your looking for a rewarding career or just extra income we are open to that!Additional Information: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:A "Key Business Area" is an area of performance in which the Cook must be successful to meet their accountabilities. Successful results in Denny's Key Business Areas are supported by the following behaviors or actions:Consistently exhibits Denny's Vision, Mission, and Guiding PrinciplesPrepares, cooks and presents food to order following established company brand standards, guidelines, and recipe specificationsFollows correct prepping procedures, utilizing prep charts; properly stores and rotates perishable stockMaintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Denny's Brand Standards, federal, state, and local regulationsPrepares special orders as requestedMaintains stock to shift par levelsCorrectly calls the wheel when necessaryOrganizes and maintains work areas, coolers, and storage areasAssists as needed with product inventory and deliveriesCleans and takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils, and other equipmentAdheres to all safe food handling principlesCompletes side work and deep cleaning assignments correctly and in a timely mannerPossesses strong product and menu knowledgeMonitors waste and other food cost controlsAddresses complaints and concerns promptly in a courteous manner and notifies the supervisor of any issuesAssists service assistants periodicallyWillingly assists others without being askedAdheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and proceduresProvides prompt and courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guestsEssential FunctionsMust be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs throughout shift; place items on high and low shelves in storerooms, service areas, walk-in coolers, and freezersMust be able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and graspMust have sufficient mobility to move and operate in confined work areaMust work inside and outside the restaurantMust be able to work with all Denny's menu productsMust be able to read tickets, recipes and product specifications, and observe wares for cleanlinessMust be able to stand and walk throughout a 4 to 8 hour shiftMust be able to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needsMust meet any state, county, or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handlingMust be able to work with potentially hazardous chemicalsMust be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areasRequirements:Position QualificationsMust be 18 years old or olderMust be able to observe and ensure product is prepared and presented to company Brand StandardsMust have basic math skills, including understanding of units of measureMust meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handlingMeets Denny's uniform and grooming standards and maintains them throughout the shiftMust be able to pass all required tests and training requirements for the positionMust be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, and weekendsMust possess excellent guest service skillsMust be dependable and able to learn basic tasks and follow instructionsMust possess reasonable ability to communicate in English both orally and in writingMust be able to work in a team environmentPlaces a value on diversity and shows respect for othersDenny's Guiding PrinciplesGuests First- They're more than just customers or consumers. They are our guests and we invite them into our homes with open arms. They are the very reason why we are in business and the center of everything we do.Embrace Openness- Open means so much more than just being open for business 24/7. It means being open to all people, appetites and budgets. It says we are open-minded and open to new ideas. Honest, warm and inviting. Open is the way we think and act every hour of every day.Proud of Our Heritage- We are the classic American diner and proud of everything that means. Since 1953, we have served quality food and healthy portions at a fair price. No matter where we are, our light is always on inviting guests around the world to a place where everyone is welcome.Hungry to Win- At Denny's, we are constantly looking ahead. We are always moving, striving for more, hungry for greatness. We are open to fresh, innovative thinking. We believe we will succeed through teamwork, accountability and pushing the boundaries of ourselves and our Brand.The Power of We- Our Denny's family is our most important asset. We trust, support and respect each other and work together for the greater good. We recognize the contributions of all and empower each and every one of us to achieve great things. Together, we will celebrate our successes and have fun doing it.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.Denny's may amend, change, or modify the responsibilities and duties of this position to meet business needs as necessary.This job description does not constitute a contract for employment and may be changed at the discretion of Denny's or the franchise owner with or without notice.