Restaurant Manager (Unit Manager)

What You'll Do As a Restaurant Manager, you'll partner with the General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure our guests receive outstanding service every visit. Key Responsibilities Lead daily restaurant operations during assigned shifts Coach, develop, and supervise front-of-house and back-of-house team members Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and brand standards Drive guest satisfaction by resolving concerns and creating memorable experiences Monitor labor, food costs, waste, inventory, and cash controls Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and retention efforts Conduct restaurant inspections and operational walk-throughs Manage ordering, inventory counts, and vendor deliveries Complete administrative duties including audits, employee documentation, and reporting Step into operational roles when needed to support the team and maintain service standards What We're Looking For Required Qualifications 2+ years of restaurant management experience Strong leadership and team development skills Experience managing labor, food costs, and operational performance Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Valid driver's license ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain) Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays Preferred Experience Full-service restaurant experience Experience hiring, training, and developing hourly employees Strong understanding of P&L performance and cost controls Experience managing multiple shifts and high-volume operations Why Join Denny's? Competitive Benefits Package Competitive Salary Quarterly Bonus Opportunities Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Vacation Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities Ongoing Leadership Development Stable, Established Brand with Strong Support What Success Looks Like You lead by example, inspire your team, maintain operational excellence, and consistently deliver great food and exceptional guest experiences. You're comfortable working alongside your team, solving problems in real time, and holding high standards for performance, cleanliness, and hospitality. Education Required High School or better Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr