Restaurant Manager: Lead Guests-First Service & Growth

Regis Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Denny's is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations with a Guests First mindset. You will supervise 15-35 crew members, ensure brand standards for food and sanitation, and drive sales growth through strong leadership.

Responsibilities include managing staff schedules, coaching the team, and upholding health and safety standards while pursuing profitable growth across locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant management in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team-building abilities.
• Understanding of restaurant systems, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Guest services & experience: ensure high-quality service and food standards.
• Operations management: oversee daily operations, health, sanitation, and safety.
• Team leadership & development: recruit, train, coach, and retain hourly staff.
• Staffing & scheduling: create schedules to ensure proper staffing and control labor costs.
• Financial accountability: monitor food costs, inventory, and equipment to meet profit goals.
• Marketing & growth: execute local marketing plans and build community relations.

Skills

Guest services

Operations management

Team leadership

Staffing & scheduling

Financial accountability

Marketing & growth

Communication

Job description

Denny's is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations with a Guests First mindset. You will supervise 15-35 crew members, ensure brand standards for food and sanitation, and drive sales growth through strong leadership.

Responsibilities include managing staff schedules, coaching the team, and upholding health and safety standards while pursuing profitable growth across locations.