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Dennys Service Assistant: Store 6392

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $16.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
flexible schedule

Job Description

Denny's is a well-established American restaurant chain known for its welcoming atmosphere and a wide range of classic diner-style meals served 24/7. With a rich history spanning several decades, Denny's has become a beloved dining destination for guests seeking hearty breakfasts, comfort foods, and family-friendly service. The company emphasizes clean and inviting environments, efficient guest service, and adherence to their brand standards, ensuring a consistently positive experience at every location. As a prominent player in the casual dining industry, Denny's prides itself on its commitment to quality, community involvement, and employee development.

The role of Service Assistant at Denny's is integral to maintaining the smooth operation and cleanliness of the restaurant, ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction. Reporting directly to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Service Assistant is responsible for the upkeep of both the interior and exterior of the restaurant. This includes maintaining cleanliness, organization, and inventory management across multiple service areas. The Service Assistant plays a crucial role in preparing the dining environment by bussing, cleaning, and resetting tables, while also ensuring that restrooms and handwashing stations are regularly checked and kept stocked every half hour.

Beyond these duties, the Service Assistant is tasked with preserving the outward appearance of the restaurant by maintaining curb appeal and keeping the parking lot free from debris. This role demands constant attention to detail as it involves regular cleaning and inspection of dishwashing machines and other equipment, ensuring chemical levels are properly maintained for safety and hygiene compliance. Managing dishware cleanliness and replenishment is another key element of this job, alongside the prompt clean-up of spills or broken glass to protect guests and employees alike.

Customer service remains a vital aspect of the position, requiring the Service Assistant to promptly address guest complaints and requests courteously while keeping supervisors informed of any issues. The job also entails assisting with inventory management by stocking deliveries and properly rotating perishable goods in line with company standards. Deep cleaning and side work duties form part of the routine responsibilities, promoting a hygienic dining and working environment.

Physical demands are an important consideration for this position. The Service Assistant must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, perform repetitive movements such as bending, stooping, reaching, and wiping, and maintain mobility throughout the work shift. Additionally, the individual should be able to work in a variety of conditions, both indoors and outdoors, and handle potentially hazardous chemicals safely.

Overall, the Service Assistant role at Denny's is designed for individuals who are committed to team collaboration, possess excellent guest service skills, and demonstrate dedication to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. With a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays, this position offers an opportunity to grow within a respected brand while contributing to an enjoyable dining experience for guests.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs throughout shift
  • must be able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and grab
  • must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in work area
  • must be able to work inside and outside
  • must be able to observe wares for cleanliness and chemical labels for safe handling
  • must be able to stand and walk during a 4 to 8-hour shift
  • must be able to frequently immerse hands in water
  • must be able to work with all Denny's menu products
  • 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 tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas
  • must be able to work with potentially hazardous chemicals

Job Qualifications

  • Able to work in a team environment
  • meets Denny's uniform and grooming standards and maintains them throughout the shift
  • must be able to pass all required tests and training requirements
  • must be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekends
  • possesses excellent guest service skills
  • able to learn basic tasks and follow instructions
  • places a value on diversity and shows respect for others

Job Duties

  • Busses, cleans, and resets tables
  • checks restrooms and hand washing stations every half hour for cleanliness and supplies
  • maintains exterior curb appeal, keeps restaurant exterior and parking lot free of debris
  • maintains restaurant interior to be clean, safe and inviting for guests and employees
  • regularly cleans and inspects dish machine and other machinery as required, maintains proper dish machine chemical levels
  • properly sorts and washes all dishware and promptly replenishes kitchen and dishware in service areas
  • immediately cleans up spills and broken glasses and dishes

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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