Cook

Denny's; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 13,679 - 22,730; Full time

Job summary

Denny's in Dallas, Texas is seeking kitchen staff to prepare a variety of food items using specialized cooking equipment. You will ensure food quality, maintain cleanliness, and assist in food preparation during quieter times.

No previous experience is required, but you must be able to stand for long periods, communicate effectively with guests, and maintain good grooming habits. Join us for a fulfilling role in a vibrant kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• No previous restaurant experience required.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 6 hours).
• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in the predominant language(s) of our guests.
• Must have exceptional grooming habits.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of food items utilizing various cooking equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for the quality of products prepared and served.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of food items utilizing flat top grills, char-broiler, cook top, waffle baker, Panini press and fryer.
• Assumes responsibility for the quality of products prepared and served.
• Knows and consistently complies with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including all cooking equipment and refrigeration equipment.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Opens and closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations.
• Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Assists in routine kitchen cleaning and maintenance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager‑on‑duty.

Qualifications

• No previous restaurant experience required.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 6 hours).
• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in the predominant language(s) of our guests.
• Must have exceptional grooming habits.

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is: Minimum: $9.93 - Maximum: $16.50. This range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which the position falls. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee as the actual pay will take into account a range of factors, including location and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Keke's Breakfast Cafe 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. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact 864-597-8000. Please do not contact this number to check the status of your application.

E-Verify Participation

Keke's Breakfast Cafe participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information on E-Verify, please contact the DHS at 888-897-7781 or visit dhs.gov/e-verify. Please note that we do not use this information to pre‑screen job applicants.