FOH - Management - Restaurant Manager

Denny’s, Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GM mentorship

Flexible hours

EAP

Medical insurance for full-time

Dental insurance for full-time

Life insurance for full-time

Employee discounts

Competitive wages

Manager bonus program

RRSP matching

Job summary

Denny's is hiring a Restaurant Manager to support the General Manager in daily restaurant operations and staff management. You will lead approximately 15–20 crew members, drive guest satisfaction, and help achieve sales and profit targets.

The role emphasizes leadership, brand standards adherence, and continuous operational improvement within a fun, growth-oriented environment. Flexible hours and competitive wages accompany a strong mentorship culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in restaurant or hospitality; leadership/operations experience preferred.
• Effective communication in English, written and spoken.
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial statements.
• Team player, collaborative and attentive.
• Excellent guest service and people skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to multitask effectively.
• Licensed to operate an automobile with reliable transportation.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and interpret financial and operational reports to drive goals.
• Oversee assigned shifts, ensure brand standards and guest service.</br>Direct hourly staff to deliver guest service standards in a clean, welcoming environment.
• Develop and coach hourly employees on standards, policies, and guest programs.
• Assist General Manager in attracting, hiring, onboarding and retaining hourly talent.
• Support hourly development through training programs and development plans.
• Maintain compliance with Brand Standards and all regulations.
• Demonstrate commitment to guest satisfaction and Denny's core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership/operations

English communication

Financial statement analysis

Team player

Guest service

Multitasking

Automobile license

Authorized to work in Canada

Job description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Proud to be 100% Canadian-owned,Northland Properties' are recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well-known and loved brands have been bringing people together to celebrate unforgettable experiences across Canada, the US, Ireland, and the UK for over 50 years. As Canada’s fastest-growing hospitality group, we believe the foundation of our continued success is our people and their ability to take great care of our guests.

Do you have a passion for hospitality and food? Do you want to join a team where you can show off your skills, learn new tricks, and be mentored by amazing leaders? Are you looking for a home where you can grow your career? If the answer is yes, then you are in the right place, and we would love to meet you.

Who We Are

Denny's has been proudly serving local customers for over 40 years, and we are continuing to grow with the right people! With over 70 restaurants across Canada, you can visit your local Denny's to understand the secret of its success: employees who enjoy flexible hours, benefit programs, competitive wages, a fun-filled atmosphere, and opportunities to grow.

• Development opportunities, including a GM mentorship program, as well as leadership seminars and career development plans for all managers
• Flexible hours
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (counselling, wellness services, etc.)
• Medical insurance for full-time employees
• Dental insurance for full-time employees
• Life insurance for full-time employees
• Employee discounts with Sandman Hotel Group, Moxie's Grill & Bar, Chop Steakhouse & Bar, Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, YYOGA, TELUS, Dell, Kal Tire, Soft Moc, Park n Fly, Serta Mattresses, and more!
• Competitive wages
• Competitive bonus program for managers
• RRSP matching for salary managers

What We Are Hiring

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be supporting the General Manager in overall restaurant operations, execution, management of staff, controllable profit plan achievement, guest count growth, and sales building activities. You will also be assisting in employee selection, retention, continuous operational improvement. You will be reporting to the General Manager while assisting with the supervision of approximately 15-20 crew members.

Our team is made up of committed, caring, and energetic individuals who make every Denny's location the great and diverse place it is.

What You'll Do

• You will prepare and interpret financial and operational reports, analyze data, and develop solutions to ensure operating goals are achieved
• You will assist the General Manager by overseeing assigned shifts; monitors brand standards execution and adherence by directing hourly staff to achieve guest service standards in a clean and pleasant environment
• You will develop and coach hourly employees on brand standards, internal policies and procedures, and other guest focused programs to exceed guest service standards.
• You will work with the General Manager to attract, hire, onboard and retain the best hourly talent
• You will work with the General Manager to develop hourly employees through corporate training programs, individual development plans, and system assignments.
• You will help maintain compliance with Denny's Brand Standards, including all provincial, local and federal regulations
• You will demonstrate a strong commitment to guest satisfaction and Denny's Core Values when interacting with others
• You will perform other duties as required or assigned

Who You Are

• You have 2+ years of experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry; leadership/operations experience strongly preferred
• You are an effective communicator in English, both orally and in writing
• You have the agility to interpret and analyse financial statements
• You are a team player, collaborative and attentive
• You have excellent guest service and people skills
• You are self-motivated, organized, and able to multitask effectively
• You are licensed to operate an automobile without restrictions and have reliable transportation to meet banking obligations
• You must be able to legally work in Canada (as a citizen, resident or holding other current and valid work permit)

Dencan Restaurants Inc is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Dencan Restaurants Inc does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Dencan Restaurants Inc. takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code.

At Northland Properties, we are committed to building a network of talented professionals who can help to provide exceptional hospitality experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are constantly seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join us in various fields, including Construction, Finance, IT, HR, Marketing, and Support Center. To join our dedicated team and be a part of our thriving hospitality community, explore the exciting career opportunities available at https://northland.ca/careers/ .