Cook

Denny's; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 23,281 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Paid vacations

Meal discounts

Health/welfare benefits

401(k) savings program

Job summary

Denny's in Montebello, California is seeking team members to prepare and present food while ensuring guest satisfaction. Candidates should have at least six months of relevant experience and be available to work weekends and holidays. The position offers competitive pay, flexible schedules, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits include paid vacations, meal discounts, and health/welfare benefits, along with a 401(k) savings program eligibility. Ideal applicants are reliable and can work effectively with all Denny’s menu items.

Qualifications

• Legal age 18 or older.
• Available to work holidays and weekends.
• Six months of restaurant or hospitality industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare guest selections following brand standards and set recipes.
• Monitor waste and food cost controls.
• Deliver total guest satisfaction.

Skills

Restaurant or hospitality experience

Reliable transportation

Job description

Overview

You do more than follow a recipe. You create food that can change moods and provide comfort to guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare guest selections following brand standards and set recipes.
• Present food on an appealing plate while maintaining a clean workspace.
• Honor guest requests for special orders and call the wheel correctly.
• Cleanup, complete side work, and organize supplies as needed.
• Monitor waste and food cost controls.
• Assist other team members proactively.
• Deliver total guest satisfaction.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible schedules and shift availability.
• Competitive pay.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth with best-in-industry training programs.
• Benefits: paid vacations, meal discounts, health/welfare benefits, 401(k) savings program (eligibility dependent).

Qualifications

• Legal age 18 or older.
• Available to work holidays and weekends.
• Reliable transportation.
• Six months of restaurant or hospitality industry experience preferred.

Physical & Functional Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs periodically.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, sit, stand, and walk.
• Must be able to work with all Denny’s menu items.

Pay Range

Minimum: $16.90 – Maximum: $22.00.

This range applies to the job grade and may vary based on location and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Denny’s, Inc. 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.

Denny’s, Inc. participates in E-Verify. The required information will be provided to confirm work authorization and will not be used to pre-screen applicants.