Server - Now Hiring!
Posted on December 22, 2025
Denny's is a well-established American diner-style restaurant chain known for its friendly atmosphere, diverse menu, and 24/7 service. With locations across the country, Denny's prides itself on providing guests with a welcoming dining experience that serves a variety of meals ranging from breakfast favorites to hearty dinner options. Founded on the principle of offering quality food with great service at affordable prices, Denny's has become a go-to destination for families, travelers, and locals alike. The company values teamwork, guest satisfaction, and maintaining a positive work environment for its employees.
The Server position at Denny's plays a crucial role in ensuring that guests receive an exceptional dining experience from the moment they walk in until they leave. Servers act as the direct connection between the diner and the restaurant, providing attentive and friendly service that anticipates guest needs. Responsibilities include taking food orders accurately, keeping drinks refreshed, delivering meals promptly, and maintaining a warm and courteous demeanor to all patrons. This role requires a customer-oriented attitude, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and strong communication skills to interact effectively with both guests and team members.
In this role, servers report to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager and are responsible for greeting guests, seating them, taking orders, serving food and drinks, and handling payments. They also contribute to sales by suggesting menu items and upselling when appropriate. Attention to detail, such as recognizing guest preferences and addressing any concerns swiftly, is key to success in this role. Physical stamina is important as servers will need to carry trays, lift supplies, and remain on their feet for the duration of their shifts. The position also requires adherence to Denny's health, safety, and grooming standards, including the ability to operate the point of sale system and work around potentially hazardous cleaning chemicals safely.
Denny's offers this position as a part-time or full-time opportunity with compensation ranging from $18.67 to $19.50 per hour. The company supports an inclusive and diverse workplace and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are enthusiastic about delivering excellent customer service and enjoy working in a lively restaurant environment, this server role at Denny's provides a rewarding career opportunity that balances guest satisfaction with team collaboration and personal growth.
- Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs
- must have the ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 lbs to shoulder height
- able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and grab
- must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in the work area
- 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 observe and differentiate between monetary denominations
- must be able to serve all Denny's menu products
- must be able to operate point of sale system
- must be able to work around potentially hazardous chemicals