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Cook

WKS Restaurant Group
Gretna, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at WKS Restaurant Group?

OVERVIEW OF POSITION:

 

Prepare, cooks and presents food to order, adhering to company food preparation and timing standards.

 

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares, cooks and presents food to order, following established company brand standards guidelines and recipe specifications.
  • Follows correct prepping procedures, utilizing prep chart; 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
  • Organizes and maintains work areas, coolers and storage areas.
  • Assists as needed with product inventory and deliveries.
  • Completes assigned "prep work" as needed.
  • Cleans, sanitizes and organizes work area.
  • Assists Service assistants periodically
  • Adhered to all safe food handling principles

 

Accountabilities

  • Customer orders are prepared following company specifications, safe food handling and timing standards.

 

Qualification Standards

  • Must be 18 years old or older
  • Ability to move up to 50lbs.
  • Flexible and reliable
  • Team player.
  • Must have sufficient mobility to move and/or operate in work area.
  • Must be able to observe and ensure product is prepared and presented to company requirements.
  • 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.
  • Prefer at least 2 years work experience or combination of experience and culinary schooling.

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