Cook - Denny's #9550 - Tulare, CA

Denco Family, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Dependent Care

401(k) with employer match

Disability insurance

EAP program

Perks at Work discount program

Company-wide discount across 40+ sites

Employee referral bonus

Advancement and training

Job summary

Denco Family, Inc, doing business as Denny's Tulare, seeks a Cook to prepare and plate meals to brand standards at the Tulare, CA location. You will report to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager and follow safety, food handling, and timing guidelines.

The role offers full-time status with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, disability coverage, EAP, and employee discounts across the company’s network of restaurants.

Qualifications

• Must ensure foods are prepared to brand standards and recipes.
• Basic math skills for measurements and portions.
• Must pass required tests and training for the role.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Must communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work well in a team and support guests and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks and presents food to order per brand standards and recipes.
• Follow prep charts, rotate stock and store perishable items properly.
• Maintain food temperatures per regulations and standards.
• Prepare special orders and manage shift par levels.
• Keep work areas, coolers and equipment organized and clean.
• Assist with inventory, deliveries and clean as needed.
• Provide prompt, courteous service to guests and team members.

Skills

Food safety

Math skills

English communication

Team player

Guest service

Flexibility

Dependable

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 795 Prosperity Ave Dennys 9550 - TULARE, CA 93274
Salary Range: $16.90 - $19.50 Hourly

Denny's restaurant is seeking a Cook for their Tulare, CA location. This position will be 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.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (full time employees)
• Dependent Care
• 401(k) With Employer Match
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• EAP program
• Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
• Company-wide discount – over 40 company-affiliated restaurants!
• Employee Referral Bonus – refer a friend and get paid!
• Advancement – On-the-job skills training to prepare employees for upward mobility opportunities.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepares, cooks and presents food to order following established company brand standards guidelines and recipe specifications
• Follows correct prepping procedures, utilizing prep charts; properly stores and rotates perishable stock
• Maintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Dennys Brand Standards, federal, state and local regulations
• Prepares special orders as requested
• Maintains stock to shift par levels
• Correctly calls the wheel when necessary
• Organizes and maintains work areas, coolers and storage areas
• Assists as needed with product inventory and deliveries
• Cleans and takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils and other equipment
• Adheres to all safe food handling principles
• Completes side work and deep cleaning assignments correctly and in a timely manner
• Possesses strong product and menu knowledge
• Monitors waste and other food cost controls
• Addresses complaints and concerns promptly in a courteous manner and notifies the supervisor of any issues
• Assists service assistants periodically
• Willingly assists others without being asked
• Adheres to Dennys Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures
• Provides prompt and courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guests

Qualifications

• 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 Dennys 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

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 Dennys 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

Denco Family, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.