Cook, Restaurant Kitchen

Job overview

The Cook, Restaurant Kitchen role is onsite in Sacramento, CA. Pay is $17–$21 per hour. The cook supports Denny’s restaurant operations by preparing and presenting food to order according to menu specifications and timing standards. The role helps deliver consistent meals and a safe, organized kitchen experience. It contributes by following recipes and food-handling requirements, maintaining supplies and equipment, and supporting service and kitchen teammates as needed.

What you'll do

• Prepare, cook, and present food to order according to recipes and brand standards
• prep and store ingredients and rotate perishable stock
• maintain food temperatures and safe food-handling practices
• prepare special orders
• maintain shift stock levels
• organize and clean work areas, coolers, storage areas, and kitchen equipment
• assist with inventory and deliveries
• monitor waste and food costs
• respond courteously to complaints and concerns
• assist service assistants periodically.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cook

restaurant kitchen

food preparation

sacramento ca

denny's

full-time

$17–$21 per hour

food safety

recipe standards

inventory support

kitchen cleaning

guest service

weekend work

night availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Flexible schedule may include holidays, nights, and weekends. Requires standing and walking through a 4- to 8-hour shift and lifting supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds.

About the employer

Denny's - 8738 is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.