Cook – Denny's Colonial Heights

Short Order CookDenny'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.Cook entire meals simultaneously, coordinating multiple items for each orderManage multiple tickets at a time with strong attention to timing and accuracyPrepare and cook menu items including breakfast, lunch, and dinner entréesOperate grills, fryers, and kitchen equipment safely and efficientlyFollow food safety, sanitation, and portion control standardsCollaborate with servers and kitchen staff to deliver excellent guest experiencesKeep your station clean, organized, and ready for the next rushPrevious experience as a short order cook, line cook, grill cook, or restaurant cook strongly preferredAbility to multitask and manage full meal prep across multiple ticketsKnowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and cooking techniquesTeam player with solid communication skillsFlexible schedule availability (weekends, holidays, nights)Competitive hourly payFlexible scheduling (full-time and part-time available)Benefits for full time employeesCareer growth opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industryEmployee meal discountsSupportive team environmentMinimum of 1 year working in a full-service restaurant.Food HandlerServSafeEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.