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Dennys Cook: Store 6392

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $23/hr

Maintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Denny's Brand Standards, federal, state and local regulations * Prepares special orders as requested * Maintains stock to shift par levels

Dennys Cook: Store 7375

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $23/hr

Maintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Denny's Brand Standards, federal, state and local regulations * Prepares special orders as requested * Maintains stock to shift par levels

Dennys Cook: Store 7375

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $23/hr

Maintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Denny's Brand Standards, federal, state and local regulations * Prepares special orders as requested * Maintains stock to shift par levels

Denny's Team Lead - Full Time

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $21/hr

Be Part of Denny's Dream Team! At Denny's, we're all about great vibes, good food, and an awesome team. Whether you're fueling late-night study sessions or serving up pancakes to early risers, we ...

Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions * Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs * Ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 ...

Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions * Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs * Ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 ...

Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions * Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs * Ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 ...

Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions * Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs * Ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 ...

Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions * Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs * Ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 ...

Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions * Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs * Ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 ...

Invite guests to join the Denny's Rewards Program , explaining benefits such as exclusive offers, birthday treats, and earning points toward free meals * Maintain a clean, organized dining room

Dennys Server: Store 8885

Chula Vista, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $17.75/hr

Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions: * Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs * Ability to raise a tray weighing up to ...

Denny's Grill Cook

Whiteland, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Apply Today and Start Your Next Shift with Us! Denny's - where the food is hot and vibe never sleeps! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights ...

Denny's Cooks

Lake City, FL · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

Salary Adjustment after successful completion of Dennys Cook Training Program RREMC Restaurants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify ...

Denny's Cook

Davenport, FL · On-site

$14/hr

Salary Adjustment after successful completion of Dennys Cook Training Program RREMC Restaurants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Work Environment Equal Opportunity ...

Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions * Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs * Ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 ...

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Denny's Jobs Information

Do workers at Denny's get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
85% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Does Denny's pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
90% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

At Denny's, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
42% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Denny's?

Most people who work part-time can't get health insurance.
83% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Denny's?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
76% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Denny's affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
68% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Denny's?

Some people get paid time off from work.
67% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 75% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 1% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers at Denny's worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
50% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do Denny's workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
55% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How easy is it for Denny's workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
74% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Denny's?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
63% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do Denny's managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
48% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do jobs at Denny's spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
38% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Denny's?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
53% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is a Denny's job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
81% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Is working at Denny's good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
55% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Denny's feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
34% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Denny's get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
54% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Denny's?

Most people feel stressed out here.
80% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Denny's enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
42% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Denny's recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 115 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Denny's?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 101 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Denny's?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 54% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people think Denny's’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 106 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Denny's is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
63% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
What are the most popular job types at Dennys?
What are the most popular categories at Dennys?
Infographic showing various job openings at Dennys in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, and 37% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Dennys Cook: Store 6392

Denny's

El Cajon, CA • On-site

$16.50 - $23/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Denny's rating

4.5

Company rating: 4.5 out of 10

Based on 258 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

82nd of 87 rated restaurants


Job description

Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Cook prepares and presents food cooked to order following company menu, food specifications and timing standards. The Cook adheres to all federal, state and local safe food handling regulations.
Job Requirements
Key Business Areas A "Key Business Area" is an area of performance in which the Cook must be successful to meet their accountabilities. Successful results in the Key Business Areas are supported by the following behaviors or actions:
  • Prepares, cooks and presents food to order following established company brand standards guidelines and recipe specifications
  • Follows correct prepping procedures, utilizing prep charts; properly stores and rotates perishable stock
  • Maintains proper food temperatures in accordance with Denny's Brand Standards, federal, state and local regulations
  • Prepares special orders as requested
  • Maintains stock to shift par levels
  • Correctly calls the wheel when necessary
  • Organizes and maintains work areas, coolers and storage areas
  • Assists as needed with product inventory and deliveries
  • Cleans and takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils and other equipment
  • Adheres to all safe food handling principles
  • Completes side work and deep cleaning assignments correctly and in a timely manner
  • Possesses strong product and menu knowledge
  • Monitors waste and other food cost controls
  • Addresses complaints and concerns promptly in a courteous manner and notifies the supervisor of any issues
  • Assists service assistants periodically
  • Willingly assists others without being asked
  • Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures
  • Provides prompt and courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guests

Essential Functions
  • Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs throughout shift; place items on high and low shelves in store rooms, service areas, walk-in coolers and freezers
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift and grasp
  • Must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in confined work area
  • Must work inside and outside the restaurant
  • Must be able to work with all Denny's menu products
  • Must be able to read tickets, recipes and product specifications, and observe wares for cleanliness
  • Must be able to stand and walk throughout a 4 to 8 hour shift
  • Must be able to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs
  • Must meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
  • Must be able to work with potentially hazardous chemicals
  • Must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas

Position Qualifications
  • Must be 18 years old or older
  • Must be able to observe and ensure product is prepared and presented to company Brand Standards
  • Must have basic math skills, including understanding of units of measure
  • Must meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
  • Meets Denny's uniform and grooming standards and maintains them throughout the shift
  • Must be able to pass all required tests and training requirements for the position
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekends
  • Must possess excellent guest service skills
  • Must be dependable and able to learn basic tasks and follow instructions
  • Must possess reasonable ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing
  • Must be able to work in a team environment
  • Places a value on diversity and shows respect for others

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