Cook
$35,360–$43,680 year
On-site · Stockton, California, United States
Job Summary
Cook at Denny’s responsible for preparing and presenting food to order following company menu and timing standards; adheres to federal, state, and local safe food handling regulations; interacts in line with Denny’s Guiding Principles. Responsibilities include cooking to brand standards, following prep procedures and charts, proper storage and rotation of stock, maintaining food temperatures per regulations, preparing special orders, managing stock par levels, operating kitchen equipment (ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles), and ensuring timely cleaning and maintenance. The role requires reading tickets/recipes, working with a team, providing courteous service, and maintaining English communication, basic math, and flexibility to work holidays, nights, and weekends. The position is based at Stockton, CA, with ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment and to lift up to 50 lbs, with appropriate safety and brand-standard adherence.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18 years old or older
- Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs throughout shift
- 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
- 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 health risk concerns about food handling per regulations
- Must be able to work with potentially hazardous chemicals
- Must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas
- Must be able to observe and ensure product is prepared and presented to Brand Standards
- Must have basic math skills, including understanding of units of measure
- Must meet uniform and grooming standards
- Must be able to pass all required tests and training requirements
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, and weekends
- Must possess excellent guest service skills
- Must be dependable and able to learn basic tasks and follow instructions
- Must possess reasonable ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing
- Must be able to work in a team environment
- Places a value on diversity and shows respect for others
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