- Restaurant Manager – Lead, Inspire, and Elevate the Guest Experience! -

Denny's Canada; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate and energetic restaurant manager to lead their team in Rockford. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee daily operations, ensuring a top-tier guest experience and fostering a high-performing team. With a focus on career growth and work-life balance, you'll benefit from competitive pay, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and grow in your career.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Quarterly Bonuses

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Vacation

Voluntary Insurance Benefits

Qualifications

• Two or more years of restaurant management experience in a fast-paced setting.
• A natural leader with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations with a hands-on, motivational approach.
• Ensure every customer leaves happy and satisfied.
• Hire, train, and develop a high-performing crew.

Skills

Restaurant Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:

• Competitive Pay + Quarterly Bonuses – Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match to support your future.
• Career Growth & Development – We believe in promoting from within and investing in your leadership journey.
• Work-Life Balance Matters – Enjoy paid vacation and voluntary insurance benefits so you can thrive inside and outside of work.

Your Day-to-Day Impact:

• Lead by example – Oversee daily operations with a hands-on, motivational approach.
• Deliver an outstanding guest experience – Ensure every customer leaves happy.
• Keep the team thriving – Hire, train, and develop a high-performing crew.
• Drive efficiency and profitability – Manage inventory, control costs, and maintain financial accountability.
• Uphold excellence – Maintain top-tier food quality, safety, and cleanliness standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Two or more years of restaurant management experience in a fast-paced setting.
• A natural leader and problem-solver with excellent communication skills.
• A guest-first mentality and a passion for creating memorable experiences.
• Flexibility to work various shifts – we’re a 24/7, 365-day operation.

If you’re ready to bring your leadership, passion, and energy to a team that values growth and excellence, apply today!

Join us and take the next step in your restaurant leadership career!

#INDEED

Qualifications Education

Required: High School

Behaviors

Required:

Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

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