Line Cook / Kitchen

Applebee's; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Dine Brands Global, Inc. is seeking Cooks for all shifts (part-time and full-time) at our Dual-Branded Applebee’s | IHOP Restaurant in Mount Vernon, IL. This role focuses on cooking, sautéing, and grilling in a high-volume setting while adhering to quality and safety standards.

Eligible applicants should be 18+ with restaurant cooking experience. Food Handler licenses or equivalent certifications may be required depending on local regulations; competitive pay and benefits are offered to both

Qualifications

• 1+ year of restaurant cooking experience preferred but not required.
• Team-oriented with a passion to succeed.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Food Handler license and/or other certifications may be required (depending on local requirements).

Responsibilities

• Cook, sauté, or grill in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Work across shifts to prepare meals for Applebee’s and IHOP concepts.
• Maintain food quality and safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with team to ensure timely service.

Skills

Restaurant cooking experience

Team oriented

18+ years old

Food handler certification

Job description

105 Potomac Boulevard Mount Vernon, IL 62864-6720Based in Pasadena, California, Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), through its subsidiaries and franchisees, supports and operates restaurants under the Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop brands. As of December 28, 2025, these three brands consisted of over 3,500 restaurants across 20 international markets. Dine Brands is one of the largest full-service restaurant companies in the world and in 2022 expanded into the Fast Casual segment. For more information on Dine Brands, visit the Company’s website located at www.dinebrands.com.Dine Brands is seeking Cooks for all shifts (part-time and full-time) at our new Dual-Branded Applebee's | IHOP Restaurant! This new, unique dining experience brings together two iconic brands under one roof. From IHOP's world-famous pancake and breakfast offerings to Applebee's fan-favorite boneless wings, burgers, and appetizers, you’ll be part of serving up the best of both brands from morning until late night! Plus, this restaurant will be company-owned and -operated, meaning you get the benefits of being a Dine Brands restaurant team member. Who are we? At Dine Brands, we celebrate success as we passionately nurture (and grow) the world’s most beloved restaurant brands. We are innovators that embrace new ideas & creativity. We value commitment and take personal accountability for our actions. We value openness, authenticity, and fostering an environment where team members can grow. Responsibilities: This restaurant back-of-house job for Cooks will focus on cooking, sautéing, or grilling in a high-volume restaurant environment. Requirements: 1+ year of restaurant cooking experience preferred but not required Team-oriented with a passion to succeed Must be at least 18 years old Eligible to work in the United States Food Handler license and/or other certifications may be required (depending on local requirements, acquired at your expense) Compensation & Benefits: We offer competitive pay, career development and advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, 401K, Medical Benefits, and more! All team members, part-time and full-time, can accrue paid time off and get access to Dine’s EAP (Employee Assistance Program)+Work/Life program that provides health and wellness support for you and your eligible family members.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementDine Brands Global strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act and/or other applicable laws and regulations in other jurisdictions.For information on how we collect and use your personal information, please visit our Applicant & Employee Privacy Notice.