Cooks - DEN 9334 WKS Restaurant Group - 2.9 Portland, TX Job Details Part-time From $15 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Qualifications Food production Grilling Pre-cooking preparation Customer service Fryers High school diploma or GED Cash register Food safety Full Job Description
- Competitive Pay
- Growth Opportunities
- Employee Benefits
- Job Overview The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to Denny's recipes, plating standards, and food safety requirements.
This position plays a key role in delivering consistent, high-quality meals while supporting a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen operation in a full-service restaurant environment. What's in it for you? Free uniforms and discounted meals Flexible schedule Career growth opportunities 401(k) savings, up to 4% match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Key Responsibilities Food Preparation & Cooking Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items according to Denny's recipes and specifications. Ensure food quality, portion accuracy, temperature, and presentation meet brand standards. Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations. Properly handle, store, label, and rotate food products. Kitchen Operations Operate grills, fryers, ovens, sauté stations, and other kitchen equipment safely. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, prep areas, and cooking stations. Coordinate with servers and kitchen team members to support timely order execution. Monitor food inventory and communicate needs or issues to management. Teamwork & Guest Focus Work collaboratively with other cooks, servers, and restaurant staff. Follow direction from management and shift leaders. Contribute to a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Physical Activity Standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and grasping. Reading tickets, writing prep notes, and using kitchen display systems. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects. Communicating with servers, kitchen staff, and management. Use of kitchen equipment and restaurant technology, as permitted by applicable state age requirements. Physical Requirements Standing and walking for extended periods during the work shift.
Lifting and carrying ranges:
0-10 lbs: Frequent 11-25 lbs: Frequent 26-50 lbs: Occasional with assistance 51-75 lbs: Seldom; team-lift only Pushing and pulling approximately 10-40 lbs of force occasionally. Frequent use of hands for grasping, handling, and repetitive motions. Work Environment Work performed in a full-service restaurant kitchen environment. Exposure to heat, noise, wet or slippery surfaces, and cleaning chemicals. Fast-paced environment with variable schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Cognitive Demands (ADA/FEHA-Compliant) Ability to follow detailed cooking instructions and plating standards. Ability to manage multiple orders simultaneously. Ability to maintain focus and accuracy during high-volume periods. Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Requirements Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices preferred. Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Pay:
From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location:
In person
