Cook

Job overview

The Cook role is onsite in Denver, CO, and pays $14.81–$17.81 per hour, with tip share of up to $2 per hour also described. The role supports Smashburger’s goal of creating a premium guest experience through its food and service. The Cook prepares menu items to recipe standards and helps maintain food quality, accuracy, kitchen cleanliness, and food safety. The role contributes to efficient kitchen operations through preparation, stocking, closing routines, and teamwork, with dining-area assistance as needed.

What you'll do

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards
• ensure food quality, accuracy, and efficiency
• work with teammates in a fast-paced kitchen
• maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
• operate grills, fryers, and knives
• follow preparation, stocking, and closing systems
• support team members and assist in the dining area as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cook

denver co

smashburger

kitchen

food preparation

food safety

recipe standards

tip share up to $2/hr

no experience required

training provided

flexible schedule

medical dental vision

paid time off

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Tip share up to $2 per hour
• 50% off meals
• flexible schedules
• referral bonuses
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• 401(k) match for employees 21 and older
• career growth opportunities
• free uniform and hat. Some benefits depend on hours and tenure.

Why this role

No experience required; training is provided. Tip share may add up to $2 per hour.

About the employer

Smashburger 1361 Alameda & Wadsworth is hiring for this role. Industry: Limited-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.