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Restaurant Manager - Denny's #9229, Gardena, CA

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid training
Paid Time Off
employee discount
flexible schedules
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Denny's Restaurant, located in Gardena, CA, is a renowned dining establishment recognized for its commitment to providing guests with a memorable dining experience through quality food and exceptional customer service. As part of the Denco Family, Inc, Denny's embodies a strong heritage of hospitality, welcoming guests with a friendly atmosphere and a diverse menu that caters to a wide range of tastes. Known for its 24/7 service in many locations, Denny's has built a solid reputation as a community staple over the years, emphasizing both employee development and guest satisfaction.

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Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years experience in restaurant, hospitality or retail management
  • Food Safety Manager certification required
  • ability to work a minimum of 50 hours a week
  • strong organizational skills
  • excellent oral and written communication skills
  • ability to communicate effectively in English
  • possesses basic math skills
  • proven ability to problem solve and handle high stress situations
  • ability to interpret financial statements
  • must be able to perform job duties of every position
  • ability to multitask
  • ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
  • reliable transportation
  • ability to lift up to 25 lbs
  • ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs
  • physical ability to bend, stoop, reach, lift and grasp
  • ability to hear well in a loud environment
  • meet health regulations for food handling
  • ability to operate point-of-sale system
  • ability to work around hazardous chemicals
  • sufficient mobility for confined spaces
  • ability to work inside and outside
  • ability to observe staff and operations
  • ability to stand and walk for 10 to 12 hour shifts
  • tolerate extreme temperature changes

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 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
  • ability to work a minimum of 50 hours a week
  • 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
  • ability to interpret financial statements and understand contributing factors
  • must be able to perform job duties of every position
  • must be prepared to multitask in accordance with the demands of the business
  • ability to identify and anticipate opportunities and implement corrective action steps
  • ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
  • must have reliable transportation
  • 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 60 lbs and place items on high and low shelves in office, store rooms, service areas, walk-in coolers and freezers
  • must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift and grasp
  • 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 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 around potentially hazardous chemicals
  • must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in confined work areas
  • must work inside and outside
  • 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
  • occasional shifts in excess of 10 hours may be required due to the demands of the business
  • must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas

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
  • 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 employment policies and brand standards, to include all state, local and federal regulations
  • follows management cash handling, inventory and other operational procedures
  • completes all other tasks and duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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