Cook

Workstream; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Training

Referral Program

English language tuition

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Denny's in North Kansas City, MO is seeking energetic cooks to join our busy kitchen. You will cook to order, prepare ingredients, and ensure sanitation while meeting Denny's standards. This role focuses on guest satisfaction through quality presentation and timely service.

Ideal candidates enjoy a dynamic environment, can handle peak hours, and will adhere to all safety and hygiene guidelines. Training and advancement opportunities are available, with benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Work in extreme temperatures and on a busy line.
• Maintain proper hygiene and food safety practices.
• Basic math skills for portions and totals.

Responsibilities

• Cook food to order and prepare ingredients to standard.
• Maintain sanitation and adhere to food preparation standards.
• Present plates according to guest preferences and specs.
• Report safety hazards and equipment issues to management.
• Complete daily tasks including side-work, stocking and cleaning.
• Demonstrate professional conduct during peak business hours.

Skills

Basic math

Hygiene

Safety awareness

Fast-paced teamwork

Job description

At Denny's we love to feed people. Do you enjoy working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? If so, we have an immediate opening for cooks at Denny's! Join our team and become a part of America's Diner. At Denny's, you can be yourself, relax and enjoy delicious food at any time of the day. Come as you are and be a part of our team!

Job Summary:

As a Cook at Denny's, you will be responsible for cooking food to order, preparing ingredients, maintaining proper sanitation, and ensuring the adherence to company food preparation standards. Your primary goal will be to ensure guest satisfaction by presenting food according to Denny's specifications and guest preferences.

Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications and guest preference
• Inform management immediately of any safety hazards, equipment problems, and out-of-stock items
• Prepare ingredient items to recipe and company standards
• Adhere to all company standards and policies, including proper food storage, rotation, portioning, temperatures, and reporting to work on time
• Maintain proper fry line sanitation at all times
• Complete all required paperwork, side-work, stocking, and daily cleaning tasks
• Handle peak business hours and present a professional image at all times
• Adhere to all safety standards and promote Denny's Inc. and Franchise company values

Physical Requirements:

• Extensive standing during peak hours
• Reaching heights of approximately 5 feet and depths of 2 to 3 feet
• High level of mobility/flexibility on the cook's line
• Ability to work irregular hours and under heavy pressure/stress
• Bending, reaching, walking
• Carrying trays of food products weighing about 20 pounds

Qualification Standards:

• Work in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold
• Sufficient mobility to move and operate in the work area
• Practice safe work habits and have knowledge of chemicals
• Meet any state, county, or municipal regulations pertaining to food handling
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have basic math skills
• Maintain proper hygiene
• Must complete all training, anti-discrimination & anti-harassment training and embrace our company’s nondiscrimination & anti-harassment policies and values
• Paid time off
• Health Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Paid tuition for English Language courses
• Opportunity for Advancement
• And more!