Cook - Denny's
Mt Vernon, IL 62864
About the Job
Accountability
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.
Key Business Areas
A “Key Business Area” is an area of performance in which the Cook must be successful to meet their accountabilities. Successful results in the Key Business Areas are supported by the
following behaviors or actions:
1. Prepares, cooks and presents food to order following established company brand
standards guidelines and recipe specifications
2. Follows correct prepping procedures, utilizing prep charts; properly stores and rotates
perishable stock
3. Maintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Denny’s Brand Standards,
federal, state and local regulations
4. Prepares special orders as requested
5. Maintains stock to shift par levels
6. Correctly calls the wheel when necessary
7. Organizes and maintains work areas, coolers and storage areas
8. Assists as needed with product inventory and deliveries
9. Cleans and takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils and other
equipment
10. Adheres to all safe food handling principles
11. Completes side work and deep cleaning assignments correctly and in a timely manner
12. Possesses strong product and menu knowledge
13. Monitors waste and other food cost controls
14. Addresses complaints and concerns promptly in a courteous manner and notifies the
supervisor of any issues
15. Assists service assistants periodically
16. Willingly assists others without being asked
17. Adheres to Denny’s Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures
18. Provides prompt and courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guests
Position Description
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 Denny’s 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
Position Qualifications
- Must be 18 years old or older
- 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 Denny’s 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
Denny's is the place that is always open for you to be who you want, with the people you want, over the food you want…whenever you want. We celebrate the inherent creativity of our food and the uniqueness of all people. So, come as you are. Enjoy pancakes for dinner or burgers for breakfast. You are always welcome at America’s Diner, where we are Open for Anything.