Restaurant Manager - Lead Operations & Guest Experience

WKS Restaurant Group; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Restaurant Manager at Denny’s, under the General Manager, oversees daily operations, supports team leadership, and ensures guest service aligns with brand standards. This role helps manage labor, food safety, and financial performance while coaching staff to uphold Denny’s service levels.

We seek a candidate with 1–2 years of supervisory experience, strong communication, and ServSafe certification. You will lead a diverse team in a fast-paced, full-service environment, maintaining a safe,

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of restaurant or supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• ServSafe certification required (or ability to obtain).
• Proficiency with POS systems and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead hiring, training, and development of team members to build a strong front-line team.
• Oversee daily restaurant operations across dining room, kitchen, and service areas.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and labor deployment to meet business needs.
• Ensure food safety, brand standards, and compliance with procedures.
• Provide coaching and feedback to staff to support performance and accountability.
• Maintain guest service excellence and resolve guest concerns professionally.
• Support inventory control, cost management, and financial performance.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Guest service orientation

Team development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework preferred

Tools

POS systems

Basic computer applications

Job description

The Restaurant Manager at Denny’s, under the General Manager, oversees daily operations, supports team leadership, and ensures guest service aligns with brand standards. This role helps manage labor, food safety, and financial performance while coaching staff to uphold Denny’s service levels.

We seek a candidate with 1–2 years of supervisory experience, strong communication, and ServSafe certification. You will lead a diverse team in a fast-paced, full-service environment, maintaining a safe,