Restaurant Manager

Job Description This position is responsible for the supervision of approximately 15 - 20 crew members, proper execution of the restaurant operations on their assigned shift, providing guests with a great dining experience and upholding service and quality standards. Along with other peer Restaurant Managers and/or Hourly Supervisors, Restaurant Managers will support the General Manager who has total accountability for the success of the restaurant. Restaurant Managers will be required to work day and night shifts, weekends, and holidays as the schedules are rotated.  Additional responsibilities include focus on employee selection and retention, continuous operational improvement, understanding profit and loss statements, operating plans, and costs. Restaurant Managers must have a strong commitment to guest satisfaction and exhibit Denny’s Core Values when interacting with others. Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities) Represents Denny’s Vision, Mission and Core Values. Prepares and interprets financial and operational reports and schedules, analyzes data and develops solutions to ensure operating goals are achieved. Assists the General Manager by overseeing assigned shifts and monitors brand standards execution and adherence by directing hourly staff to achieve guest service standards in a clean and pleasant environment. Assists in the achievement of controllable profit goals by monitoring controls and taking corrective action to achieve the desired result. Develops and coaches hourly employees on brand standards, corporate policies and procedures, and other guest focused programs/activities to meet or exceed guest service standards. Works with the General Manager to attract, hire, onboard and retain the best hourly talent to meet staffing requirements and guest service standards. Brings employee relations issues, deviations from brand standards, and other guest issues to the attention of the General Manager; recommends corrections; and participates in their execution as required. Works with the General Manager to develop hourly employees through corporate training programs, individual development plans, and system assignments. Develops relationships with civic, business, school, and professional organizations to establish good community relations and increase guest counts. Monitors that proper security procedures are in place to protect employees, guests and company assets. Enforces sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen, dining areas and restrooms. Works to create and maintain an enjoyable and respectful environment for our guests and employees. Maintains compliance with all Denny’s employment policies and Brand Standards to include all state, local and federal regulations. Follows management cash handling, inventory and other operational procedures as outlined in Denny’s Brand Standards. Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience…