General Manager - Denny's #7043, Whittier, CA

Whittier, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $23.00 - $30.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Dependent Care

401(k) with employer match

short-term disability

long-term disability

EAP program

employee discount

Employee Referral Bonus

Advancement opportunities

competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Casual Work Attire

Job Description

Denny's is a well-established and renowned restaurant chain known for its welcoming atmosphere and quality dining experience. With numerous locations across the United States, Denny's has built a reputation for family-friendly service and a diverse menu catered to all-day dining needs. As a leader in the casual dining industry, Denny's emphasizes customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and community involvement. The company is committed to fostering a positive work environment where employees can grow, develop their skills, and advance their careers. The Whittier, CA location is seeking a General Manager who will exemplify these values in daily operations and lead the team to success.

The role of the General Manager at Denny’s Whittier, CA, involves comprehensive management of restaurant operations, staff supervision, and business growth initiatives. This position demands an experienced and highly motivated individual who can oversee profit plan achievement, drive guest count growth, and ensure sales objectives are met. The General Manager will be responsible for promoting Denny’s mission, vision, and core values, ensuring that employees are adequately trained, and maintaining brand standards throughout the restaurant. This leadership role requires a strong focus on employee selection, retention, and fostering an environment where hospitality and guest satisfaction are top priorities.

In this role, the General Manager will be instrumental in preparing and interpreting financial and operational reports, developing strategies to achieve operating goals, and ensuring the restaurant meets all compliance standards. The Manager will implement marketing initiatives, manage employee relations, and maintain operational procedures related to cash handling and inventory. Employee development and coaching are also critical responsibilities, with emphasis on training programs designed to enhance skills and career advancement opportunities for all staff.

Denny's offers a robust benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, dependent care, 401(k) with employer match, and disability coverage. Employees also have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discount programs, employee referral bonuses, and opportunities for advancement through on-the-job skills training. Managers enjoy perks such as competitive pay with potential quarterly bonuses, paid time off, sick time, and casual work attire.

The General Manager position requires dedication to maintaining an enjoyable and respectful environment for both guests and employees while enforcing health and safety standards. Candidates must be prepared to work flexible hours that may include weekends, holidays, and varying shifts. Travel may be required occasionally. This role is ideal for a professional with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Joining Denny’s means becoming part of a company that values diversity, equal opportunity, and continuous improvement, making it an excellent place to build a rewarding career in restaurant management.

Job Requirements

Able to work 45-55 hours per week
must be able to lift a tray weighing up to 25 lbs
must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift and grasp
must be able to hear well in a loud environment
must meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
must be able to operate a point-of-sale system and differentiate between monetary denominations
must be able to work with all Denny’s menu products
must be able to work with potentially hazardous chemicals
must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in confined work areas
must be able to work inside and outside the restaurant
must be able to observe staff and all aspects of restaurant operations
must be able to stand and walk during a 10 to 12 hour shift
must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years experience in restaurant, hospitality or retail management, additional operations and/or leadership experience strongly preferred
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
food Safety Manager certification required
strong organizational skills with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in the English language
possesses basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
places a value on diversity and shows respect for others
proven ability to problem solve and handle high stress situations
interprets financial statements and understands contributing factors
identifies and anticipates opportunities for improvement and implements corrective action steps
must be able to perform job duties of every position
must be prepared to multitask
ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings and additional shifts as needed
available to travel, including occasional overnight and airline travel
has reliable transportation

Job Duties

Promotes company mission, vision, and core values
willingly assists others without being asked
prepares and interprets financial and operational reports and schedules, analyzes data and develops solutions to ensure operating goals are achieved
directs restaurant operations with responsibility for guest service, brand standards execution and employee training
achieves controllable profit and flow thru goals by overseeing all controllable costs and taking the appropriate corrective action to achieve the desired result
ensures timely implementation, training and ongoing execution of all corporate initiatives and marketing promotions
develops Restaurant Managers and hourly employees through corporate training programs, individual development plans and assignments
provides coaching and constructive feedback to employees as needed
ensures all equipment and facilities are in compliance with Brand Standards and all government regulations and takes corrective action when required
attracts, hires, onboards and retains the best hourly talent to meet staffing requirements and guest service standards
proactively handles employee relations issues and deviations from Brand Standards
involves the AM and Human Resources Manager as appropriate to resolve issues
develops and executes the local store marketing plan to build relationships with civic, business, school, and professional organizations to drive sales and 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 guests and employees
maintains compliance with all employer’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 by the employer
completes all other tasks and duties as assigned