What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cooks – Denny's Colonial Heights position at RREMC Restaurants, LLC, DBA Denny's?
About the Job:
Denny’s is hiring Short Order Cooks for our Colonial Heights restaurant. As a short order cook, line cook, grill cook, or breakfast cook, you’ll be the one making sure plates hit the table hot, fresh, and on time. This isn’t a station gig—you’ll be cooking whole meals and coordinating multiple tickets at once to keep the kitchen flowing. If you’re looking for a role where your skills actually matter and timing is everything, this is it.
What You’ll Do:
- Cook entire meals simultaneously, coordinating multiple items for each order
- Manage multiple tickets at a time with strong attention to timing and accuracy
- Prepare and cook menu items including breakfast, lunch, and dinner entrées
- Operate grills, fryers, and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and portion control standards
- Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to deliver excellent guest experiences
- Keep your station clean, organized, and ready for the next rush
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience as a short order cook, line cook, grill cook, or restaurant cook strongly preferred
- Ability to multitask and manage full meal prep across multiple tickets
- Knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and cooking techniques
- Team player with solid communication skills
- Flexible schedule availability (weekends, holidays, nights)
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Flexible scheduling (full-time and part-time available)
- Benefits for full time employees
- Career growth opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industry
- Employee meal discounts
- Supportive team environment
Experience
Required- Minimum of 1 year cooking in a full-service restaurant.
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Food Handler
- ServSafe
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Salary : $42,426 - $63,128