Cook

Cook

Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Cook prepares and presents food cooked to order following company menu, food specifications and timing standards. The Cook adheres to all federal, state and local safe food handling regulations.

Job Requirements

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 :

• 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 Denny's 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 Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures
• Provides prompt and courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guests

Essential Functions :

Position Qualifications :

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