Cook

Denny's; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health Insurance

Paid time off

Employee discount

Paid training

Job summary

Workstream is looking for a Cook to join the team at Denny's in Palatine, Illinois. As a Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing food to order and ensuring guest satisfaction through proper food presentation and quality.

This role requires adherence to company food safety standards, with responsibilities including cooking, meal preparation, and maintaining sanitation.

Strong candidates will demonstrate basic math skills and a commitment to safe work habits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrate basic math skills for recipe preparation.
• Maintain proper hygiene and adhere to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Cook food to order and prepare ingredients.
• Ensure guest satisfaction with proper plate presentation.
• Maintain sanitation and adhere to food safety standards.

Skills

Cooking and food preparation

Customer service

Sanitation and safety standards

Job description

Denny's - Cook

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 tasksHandle 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

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Paid tuition for English Language courses
• Opportunity for Advancement
• And more!