Shift Leader / Unit Aide

Denny's; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discount

Paid training

Referral program

Paid tuition for English Language

Opportunity for Advancement

Job summary

Denny's in Wisconsin is seeking a Shift Leader to oversee restaurant activities in the absence of a Manager. This role supports a fast-paced team and ensures quality and service standards. You will train staff, monitor safety, handle guest interactions, and help with daily operations; a positive attitude and reliability are essential.

Join America's Diner and grow with a team that values dedication, guest satisfaction, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and guest-focused approach.
• Knowledge of restaurant operations and safety standards.
• Basic math skills and ability to handle cash/transactions.
• Completion of required trainings including anti-discrimination & anti-harassment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant operations in the absence of management.
• Assist with staff training and safety practices on shift.
• Ensure proper food preparation, portioning, and presentation.
• Complete assigned duties and training requirements.
• Fill in for vacant positions and promote company values.

Skills

Communication skills

Guest focus

Restaurant operations

Physical fitness

Basic math

Job codes

Food safety training

Nondiscrimination policies

Job description

Denny's - Shift Leader / Unit Aide

Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for an immediate opportunity to take on a leadership role in the food and beverage industry? Do you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? If so, we have the perfect job for you!

Denny's is America's Diner, where we celebrate the creativity of our food and the uniqueness of all people. As a Shift Leader, you will have the chance to oversee restaurant activities in the absence of a Manager. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of the restaurant and upholding our high standards of quality and service. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to work with a talented and enthusiastic team, learning valuable skills along the way.

JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help oversee restaurant when management is not present
• Assist with training as needed
• Help oversee safety practices during your shift and inform the manager of any safety concerns you observe during your shift.
• Complete assigned duties, such as guest check validation and timely drawer changes
• Ensure proper preparation, portioning, and presentation of menu items
• Complete all required training courses
• Fill in for vacant positions when necessary
• Embody and promote company values

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive standing during peak hours
• Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, and cold
• Ability to work some irregular hours
• Bending, reaching, and walking
• Operating cash register
• Carrying trays of food products
• Ability to lift up to 20lbs

QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS

• Good communication skills
• Guest-oriented personality
• Knowledge of restaurant operations
• Good physical condition due to the nature of the job
• Basic math skills required
• Knowledge of all job codes
• Compliance with health regulations regarding food handling
• Must complete all training, anti-discrimination & anti-harassment training and embrace our company’s nondiscrimination & anti-harassment policies and values

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Paid tuition for English Language courses
• Opportunity for Advancement
• And more!

Denny's is the place that is always open for you to be who you want, with the people you want, over the food you want…whenever you want. We celebrate the inherent creativity of our food and the uniqueness of all people. So, come as you are. Enjoy pancakes for dinner or burgers for breakfast. You are always welcome at America’s Diner, where we are Open for Anything.