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This job posting is for employment at an independently owned and operated franchisee of Denny’s. Reveille Management LLC, is a franchisee of Denny’s with 44 restaurants in Indiana, New York, Ohio, Kentucky, and Illinois.
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.
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.
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 the Key Business Areas are supported by the following behaviors or actions:
1. Prepares, cooks and presents food to order following established company brand standards guidelines and recipe specifications
2. Follows correct prepping procedures, utilizing prep charts; properly stores and rotates perishable stock
3. Maintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Denny’s Brand Standards, federal, state and local regulations
4. Prepares special orders as requested
5. Maintains stock to shift par levels
6. Correctly calls the wheel when necessary
7. Organizes and maintains work areas, coolers and storage areas
8. Assists as needed with product inventory and deliveries
9. Cleans and takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils and other equipment
10. Adheres to all safe food handling principles
11. Completes side work and deep cleaning assignments correctly and in a timely manner
12. Possesses strong product and menu knowledge
13. Monitors waste and other food cost controls
14. Addresses complaints and concerns promptly in a courteous manner and notifies the supervisor of any issues
15. Assists service assistants periodically
16. Willingly assists others without being asked
17. Adheres to Denny’s Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures
18. Provides prompt and courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guests
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
Position Qualifications
Must be 18 years old or older
Must be able to observe and ensure product is prepared and presented to company Brand Standards
Must have basic math skills, including understanding of units of measure
Must meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
Meets Denny’s uniform and grooming standards and maintains them throughout the shift
Must be able to pass all required tests and training requirements for the position
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
Additional Information
This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Denny’s, Inc. This means the independent franchisee, and not Denny’s, Inc. is alone responsible for all employment related matters in the restaurant including, among other things, setting any requirements for this job and all decisions concerning hiring, firing, discipline, supervisions, staffing and scheduling. Denny’s, Inc. will not receive a copy of any application you submit for this job posting and will have no control over whether you receive an interview and/or are ultimately hired, does not control and is not responsible for the employment policies and practices of independent franchisees, and does not employ independent franchisees’ employees. If you are hired for this job posting, the independent franchisee, and not Denny’s, Inc., will be your employer.
This job posting contains some general information about what it is like to work in a Denny’s restaurant, but is not a complete job description. People who work in a Denny’s restaurant perform a number of different tasks every day, and this posting does not list all of the essential functions of the job.
Our brand is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran’s status, criminal background, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Restaurant type:
- Casual dining restaurant
Shift:
- Night shift
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: One location
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