Denny's Cooks
Aurora, IL · On-site
$17/hr
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 ...
60 Dennys Line Cook Jobs Hiring Near You
Denny's Cooks
Aurora, IL · On-site
$17/hr
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 ...
Cook - All Shifts
Carpentersville, IL · On-site
$118/hr
About the Job: Denny's is hiring Short Order Cooks for multiple restaurant locations. As a short order cook, line cook, grill cook, or breakfast cook, you'll be the one making sure plates hit the ...
Cook - All Shifts
Carpentersville, IL · On-site
$118/hr
About the Job: Denny's is hiring Short Order Cooks for multiple restaurant locations. As a short order cook, line cook, grill cook, or breakfast cook, you'll be the one making sure plates hit the ...
Cook
Great Falls, MT · On-site
$12.25 - $16.50/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Great Falls, MT · On-site
$12.25 - $16.50/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Camp Verde, AZ · On-site
$13.50 - $18/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Camp Verde, AZ · On-site
$13.50 - $18/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook - Late Night
Overland Park, KS · On-site
$18/hr
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
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Cook - Late Night
Overland Park, KS · On-site
$18/hr
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
Cook
North Palm Springs, CA · On-site
$14.25 - $19.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
North Palm Springs, CA · On-site
$14.25 - $19.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Portland, TX · On-site
$11.25 - $15.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Portland, TX · On-site
$11.25 - $15.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook Late Night
$13.50 - $16.75/hr
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
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Cook Late Night
$13.50 - $16.75/hr
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
Quick apply
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
Cook Late Night
Independence, MO · On-site
$18/hr
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
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Cook Late Night
Independence, MO · On-site
$18/hr
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
Cook
Fairview, TN · On-site
$12 - $16.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Fairview, TN · On-site
$12 - $16.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Mauston, WI · On-site
$15.50 - $20.75/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Mauston, WI · On-site
$15.50 - $20.75/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
Quick apply
... fry line, refrigeration, freezer units, dry storage, and do some stocking. Must present food to ... Must ensure guest satisfaction by proper plate presentation and cooking to Denny's specifications ...
Cook
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$15 - $20.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$15 - $20.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$15 - $20.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$15 - $20.25/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Glen Carbon, IL · On-site
$13 - $17.50/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
Glen Carbon, IL · On-site
$13 - $17.50/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Short Order Cook
Port Saint Lucie, FL · On-site
$12.75 - $16.50/hr
About the Job: Denny's is hiring Short Order Cooks for multiple restaurant locations. As a short order cook, line cook, grill cook, or breakfast cook, you'll be the one making sure plates hit the ...
Short Order Cook
Port Saint Lucie, FL · On-site
$12.75 - $16.50/hr
About the Job: Denny's is hiring Short Order Cooks for multiple restaurant locations. As a short order cook, line cook, grill cook, or breakfast cook, you'll be the one making sure plates hit the ...
Cook
El Paso, TX · On-site
$11 - $14.75/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
El Paso, TX · On-site
$11 - $14.75/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
O Fallon, IL · On-site
$13 - $17.50/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
Cook
O Fallon, IL · On-site
$13 - $17.50/hr
Position: Cook Brand: Denny's Reports To: Restaurant Manager/General Manager/Manager on Duty Job ... Previous cooking or line cook experience preferred but not required. * Knowledge of food safety and ...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
- 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Denny's rating
4.5
Based on 258 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
82nd of 87 rated restaurants
Job description
About the Job:
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:
What We're Looking For:
What We Offer:
Equal 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.
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)
- Career growth opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industry
- Employee meal discounts
- Supportive team environment
Equal 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.