Cook
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 16, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 9, 2026. Dennys scores D on the Alion truth index.
You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our guests’ taste buds just enough to take their minds off their problems - if even for a few minutes.
A Denny’s Cook has a “Guests First" attitude, preparing guest selections, following set recipes, & brand standards, presenting it on a great looking plate, all while maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment.
Cooks also:
Honor guest requests for special orders.
Correctly call the wheel.
Clean, complete side work, and organize supplies as required.
Monitor waste and other food cost controls.
Willingly assist other team members without being asked.
Provide total guest satisfaction.
What’s in it for you? Flexible schedules and shifts available, competitive pay, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and training programs that are the best in the industry. Team members can also earn benefits, paid vacations, meal discounts, health/welfare benefits and a 401K savings program, depending on eligibility.
If you have a passion for food and like working with people; come join our talented team!
Qualifications:
Must be available to work holidays and weekends
Must be 18 or older
Must have reliable transportation
6 months restaurant or hospitality industry experience preferred
Essential Functions:
Must be able to lift & carry up to 50lbs, periodically
Must be able to bend, stoop, sit, stand, & walk
Must be able to work with all Denny’s menu items
The typical pay range for this role is:
Minimum:$15.34 - Maximum:$19.75Please note that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which the position falls. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee as the actual pay will take into account a range of factors, including location and experience.
Denny's, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, disability, geneticinformation, militaryor veteran's status, criminal background, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact 864-597-8000. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THIS NUMBER TO CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION.
Denny’s, Inc. participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information on E-Verify, please contact the DHS at 888-897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.