Work in Bakersfield,CA,USA:Restaurant Manager-Denny's-Bakersfield,CA

Denny's is a renowned restaurant chain recognized for its commitment to providing a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for guests across its many locations. As a leader in the hospitality industry, Denny's focuses on delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining high standards of food quality, and fostering a positive work environment for its employees. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere and 24/7 diner service, Denny's has built a strong reputation as a reliable and popular dining destination for people of all ages. With a dedication to innovation and community engagement, Denny's continuously strives to exceed guest expectations while upholding its brand values and operational excellence. The role of Restaurant Manager at Denny's is a pivotal position that requires an experienced and dedicated professional to lead the restaurant team and ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the establishment during assigned shifts. The Restaurant Manager typically supervises a team of approximately 15 to 20 crew members, providing guidance, training, and support to uphold the highest service and quality standards. This leadership role emphasizes creating a welcoming environment for guests by ensuring a great dining experience and maintaining clean, pleasant surroundings. The position involves a wide range of responsibilities, including employee selection and retention, continuous operational improvement, financial management, and maintaining compliance with brand standards and legal regulations. Restaurant Managers at Denny's are entrusted with the development and coaching of hourly employees, overseeing shift operations in alignment with brand policies, and fostering community relations to increase guest counts. This full-time role provides numerous benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer match, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and access to an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees benefit from discounts across more than 40 company-affiliated restaurants, an employee referral bonus program, and opportunities for advancement through on-the-job skills training. Perks for managers include competitive pay with quarterly bonuses, paid time off, sick leave, and a casual work attire policy. These offerings demonstrate Denny's commitment to supporting and rewarding its management team. As a Restaurant Manager, you will be actively involved in preparing and interpreting financial and operational reports, analyzing data to meet operating goals, and collaborating with the General Manager to ensure seamless execution of shifts and adherence to brand standards. Your ability to lead by example through assisting and supporting team members, maintaining security protocols, enforcing sanitary food handling practices, and fostering an inclusive, respectful work environment is essential. You will also participate in recruitment, onboarding, training programs, and employee development initiatives designed to build a strong, capable team that delivers outstanding guest experiences consistently. In this dynamic role, excellent organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction are critical. The Restaurant Manager must be adept at multitasking, problem-solving under pressure, and demonstrating flexibility by working weekends, evenings, and holidays as necessary. Physical requirements include the ability to lift heavy supplies, operate point-of-sale systems, and work amidst temperature fluctuations common in food service environments. The position demands a proactive mindset focused on identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions to drive restaurant success. Working at Denny's as a Restaurant Manager offers a unique opportunity to be part of a well-established brand that values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. The company actively encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply, fostering a culture that respects differences and promotes equal access to career advancement. With a rich tradition of community involvement and a dedication to excellence in hospitality, Denny's presents an exciting platform for leaders who are passionate about making a positive impact both within the restaurant and the communities it serves.

• Minimum of 2 years experience in restaurant, hospitality or retail management
• Food Safety Manager certification required
• ability to communicate effectively in English
• must be able to lift 25 lbs and carry up to 60 lbs
• must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
• reliable transportation required
• able to perform job duties of every position
• must meet health and safety standards related to food handling