Restaurant Manager – DEN 6635 Omaha – 84th (Omaha, NE)

Denny's is a renowned full-service restaurant brand known for its welcoming atmosphere, classic American diner fare, and commitment to providing excellent guest experiences. With locations across the country, Denny's has built a solid reputation for serving customers 24/7, offering a reliable place for meals any time of the day. The company places a strong emphasis on creating a professional and inclusive work environment, highlighting core values such as integrity, loyalty, winning, service, and teamwork. This environment fosters a culture focused on teamwork, retention, and delivering top-notch guest service.

The role of Restaurant Manager at Denny's is an essential leadership position that supports the General Manager in managing daily restaurant operations to achieve efficient, compliant, and profitable performance. The Restaurant Manager plays a crucial part in overseeing all restaurant functions, including dining room, kitchen, and service areas, ensuring smooth operational flow during assigned shifts. This position involves assisting with hiring, training, and developing team members, while coaching and providing ongoing feedback to maintain high performance and accountability among staff. Ensuring adherence to food safety requirements and Denny's brand standards is a significant responsibility to uphold the quality and safety of the food service.

In addition to operational management, the Restaurant Manager is a visible leader on the floor, dedicated to supporting excellent guest service by resolving concerns promptly and reinforcing service standards. The role demands active participation in financial management tasks like labor cost control, inventory tracking, and waste reduction efforts to support the restaurant's sales and profit goals. Maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies, is vital for overall operational success.

The position also requires oversight of cleaning and facility standards to ensure the restaurant remains a clean, safe, and organized environment for both guests and employees. Since the restaurant environment is fast-paced and physically demanding, the Restaurant Manager's ability to stand, walk, lift, and operate POS systems efficiently is essential. The job demands excellent cognitive skills for multitasking, decision making, and maintaining focus amid a busy, high-volume dining experience.

This role is ideal for someone with at least one to two years of restaurant or supervisory experience who is passionate about delivering outstanding customer service and leading a dedicated team. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it. The candidate must be willing to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and have reliable transportation to support nearby restaurant locations as needed. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment at a respected brand, supporting career growth in restaurant management and operational leadership.