Salinas,CA,USA,CA:General Manager-Quick Hire! at Franchisee | Hiring

Denny's is a renowned restaurant chain known for its commitment to providing delicious food and excellent customer service. With a rich history of serving guests in a welcoming environment, Denny's continues to be a leader in the casual dining industry. The company prides itself on upholding high standards of hospitality, food quality, and guest satisfaction across all its locations. Denny's fosters a culture that values teamwork, employee development, and community engagement, making it an ideal workplace for individuals passionate about the food service industry. The General Manager position at Denny's is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the overall restaurant operations and ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range from $70,000 to $85,000 per year. As the General Manager, you will be directly responsible for managing staff, achieving profit plans, driving guest count growth, and executing sales-building activities. You will play a pivotal role in employee recruitment, retention, and development, fostering a positive work environment that aligns with Denny's guiding principles. In this position, you will work closely with the District Manager to ensure seamless operational execution. You will lead efforts to maintain compliance with all brand standards regarding food and facility cleanliness, implement efficient marketing plans, and ensure the restaurant operates profitably. Your commitment to exceptional hospitality will be paramount as you engage with guests and team members to provide an outstanding dining experience. The role requires a blend of strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively. Denny's places a strong emphasis on training and development, using corporate programs and personalized development plans to enhance employee skills. As General Manager, you will be responsible for coaching your team and providing constructive feedback to cultivate a motivated and high-performing workforce. The role also entails ensuring compliance with health, safety, and security regulations to protect guests, employees, and company assets. Physical demands of the job include the ability to lift trays, supplies, and equipment, operate point-of-sale systems, and adapt to fluctuating kitchen temperatures. You must also be prepared to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional extended shifts. Travel requirements include occasional overnight and airline travel, supported by reliable transportation to meet banking obligations. At its core, the General Manager role at Denny's is about putting the guest first while balancing operational goals to achieve win-win outcomes for the business and its customers. This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-known brand's restaurant team, grow your career, and make a positive impact on the community you serve.

• Minimum of 3 years experience in restaurant, hospitality, or retail management
• Food Safety Manager certification required
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and additional shifts
• Available to travel including overnight and airline travel
• Reliable transportation to meet banking obligations
• Must meet state, county, or municipal regulations pertaining to food handling