Restaurant Manager (Unit Manager)

Rremc-Restaurants,-Llc,-DBA-Denny; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401(k) with Company Match

Career Growth & Advancement Opportunit

Stable, Established Brand with Strong

Job summary

Denny's in Sanford, FL is seeking a Restaurant Manager to partner with the General Manager and oversee daily restaurant operations while delivering outstanding guest service. You will lead a diverse team, manage labor and food costs, ensure food safety, and drive guest satisfaction while upholding brand standards.

Join a stable, nationally recognized brand offering competitive compensation, quarterly bonus opportunities, and clear paths for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience managing labor, food costs, and operational performance.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver’s license.
• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations during assigned shifts.
• Coach, develop, and supervise front-of-house and back-of-house team members.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and brand standards.
• Drive guest satisfaction by resolving concerns and creating memorable experiences.
• Monitor labor, food costs, waste, inventory, and cash controls.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and retention efforts.
• Conduct restaurant inspections and operational walk-throughs.
• Manage ordering, inventory counts, and vendor deliveries.
• Complete administrative duties including audits, employee documentation, and reporting.
• Step into operational roles when needed to support the team and maintain service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Labor management

Food cost control

Communication

Problem solving

ServSafe

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $50,000 USD to $55,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

What You'll Do

As a Restaurant Manager, you'll partner with the General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure our guests receive outstanding service every visit.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations during assigned shifts
• Coach, develop, and supervise front-of-house and back-of-house team members
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and brand standards
• Drive guest satisfaction by resolving concerns and creating memorable experiences
• Monitor labor, food costs, waste, inventory, and cash controls
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and retention efforts
• Conduct restaurant inspections and operational walk-throughs
• Manage ordering, inventory counts, and vendor deliveries
• Complete administrative duties including audits, employee documentation, and reporting
• Step into operational roles when needed to support the team and maintain service standards

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Experience managing labor, food costs, and operational performance
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Valid driver's license
• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Experience

• Experience hiring, training, and developing hourly employees
• Strong understanding of P&L performance and cost controls
• Experience managing multiple shifts and high-volume operations

Why Join Denny's?

Competitive Benefits Package

• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Stable, Established Brand with Strong Support

What Success Looks Like

You lead by example, inspire your team, maintain operational excellence, and consistently deliver great food and exceptional guest experiences. You're comfortable working alongside your team, solving problems in real time, and holding high standards for performance, cleanliness, and hospitality.

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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