Responsable de Restaurant

Northland Properties; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GM mentorship program

Flexible hours

Medical insurance (full-time)

Dental insurance (full-time)

Life insurance (full-time)

Meal discounts

Employee discounts (partners)

Competitive wages

Manager bonus program

RRSP matching

Job summary

Denny's in Calgary is seeking a Restaurant Manager to support the General Manager in daily restaurant operations, staff management, and guest experience. You will help drive guest counts, ensure quality service, and contribute to a positive team environment.

The role requires 2+ years in restaurant leadership, effective English communication, and the ability to analyze financial statements to improve performance. This position offers flexible hours and a dynamic, guest‑first culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in restaurant or hospitality leadership/operations.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Ability to analyze basic financial data and improve guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial and operational reports to achieve goals.
• Oversee assigned shifts, ensure brand standards and friendly guest service.
• Coach and develop hourly staff to meet policies and guest-focused programs.
• Assist General Manager with staff hiring, onboarding, and retention.
• Support compliance with brand standards and provincial regulations.
• Demonstrate commitment to guest satisfaction and core values.

Skills

Leadership

Operations

Communication

Guest service

Job description

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.

Benefits & Perks

• 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
• Meal discounts
• 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)

SUMMATION:

Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or an actual transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker. Applications will not be accepted via email or in person. We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with Dencan Restaurants Inc., however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.** ABSOLUTELY NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE**