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Denny's

General Manager

Tustin, CA · On-site

DENNY'S GENERAL MANAGER POSITION At Denny's, we love feeding people. If you have a passion for food and serving others, see what your future can hold at Denny's! As General Manager, you ensure that ...

Franchisee

General Manager

Tustin, CA · On-site

DENNY'S GENERAL MANAGER POSITION At Denny's, we love feeding people. If you have a passion for food and serving others, see what your future can hold at Denny's! As General Manager, you ensure that ...

Rise and Shine

General Manager

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

General Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: District Manager Job Purpose The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of the restaurant to ensure efficient, compliant, and ...

Rise and Shine

General Manager

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

General Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: District Manager Job Purpose The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of the restaurant to ensure efficient, compliant, and ...

Denny's

Denny's Premium Server

Tustin, CA · On-site

DENNY'S PREMIUM SERVER POSITION As a Denny's Premium Server you provide more than a meal for your ... General Manager and Restaurant Manager. The Premium Server is responsible for running the ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Riverside, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Perris, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Mira Loma, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Fontana, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Lake Elsinore, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Ontario, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Claremont, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

Restaurant Manager Brand: Denny's Reports To: General Manager Job Overview The Restaurant Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient, compliant ...

Franchisee

Denny's Premium Server

Tustin, CA

DENNY'S PREMIUM SERVER POSITION As a Denny's Premium Server you provide more than a meal for your ... General Manager and Restaurant Manager. The Premium Server is responsible for running the ...

Denny's

Dennys Host(ess): Store 8894

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $17.75/hr

Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Host / Hostess greets and seats guests ... Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures * Provides courteous ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for dennys general manager in Riverside, CA is $68,454.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,300.00 and $77,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Dennys General Manager vs Dennys Assistant Manager?

AspectDennys General ManagerDennys Assistant Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire restaurant operations, manages staff, handles budgets, and ensures customer satisfaction.Supports the General Manager, manages daily shifts, supervises staff, and handles customer issues.
Required CredentialsExperience in restaurant management, leadership skills, and often a high school diploma or equivalent.Experience in restaurant or customer service roles, leadership skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent.
Work EnvironmentFast-paced restaurant setting, overseeing multiple departments.Fast-paced restaurant setting, primarily on the floor managing shifts.

The Dennys General Manager holds a higher level of responsibility, overseeing all aspects of the restaurant, while the Dennys Assistant Manager supports daily operations and reports to the General Manager. Both roles require leadership skills and experience in the restaurant industry, but the General Manager has broader oversight and strategic duties.

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General Manager

Tustin, CA • On-site

Denny's
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees

4.5

Company rating: 4.5 out of 10

Based on 260 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

83rd of 88 rated restaurants

Free food

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Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

DENNY'S GENERAL MANAGER POSITION
At Denny's, we love feeding people. If you have a passion for food and serving others, see what your future can hold at Denny's!
As General Manager, you ensure that the focus is on our guests, and you constantly strive for results. Responsibilities include:
  • Overseeing overall restaurant operations, management of staff, controllable profit plan achievement, guest count growth, and sales building activities.
  • Focusing on employee selection, retention, and continuous operational improvements.
  • Demonstrating a strong commitment to hospitality and guest satisfaction.
  • Reinforcing training and upholding Denny's Way service and brand quality standards throughout the entire restaurant.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the District Manager, the General Manager will be responsible for overall restaurant operations execution and management of staff, controllable profit plan achievement, guest count growth, and sales building activities. Additional responsibilities include a focus on employee selection, retention, continuous operational improvement, and a strong commitment to hospitality and guest satisfaction. General Managers must have a strong commitment to and exhibit Denny's Guiding Principles when interacting with others.
Job Responsibilities
  • Attracts, hires, develops, coaches, and retains Restaurant Managers and hourly employees to ensure an engaged, high-performing team.
  • Works to create and maintain a respectful and enjoyable environment for our employees.
  • Uses corporate training programs, individual development plans, and work assignments to develop employees' knowledge and skills.
  • Provides timely, constructive coaching and feedback.
  • Directs restaurant operations to ensure that Denny's Brand Standards for food and facilities are consistently achieved.
  • Enforces sanitary practices for the general cleanliness and maintenance of the restaurant.
  • Drives sales, guest count, and profit for the restaurant by: developing and executing a local store marketing plan and community relationships, and ensuring timely implementation of all Divisional and National marketing promotions
  • Interprets financial and operational reports and schedules; analyzes data and identifies gaps in operating performance; and develops solutions to ensure that operating goals are achieved.
  • Monitors to ensure that proper security procedures are in place to protect guests, employees, and company assets.
  • Maintains compliance with all Denny's employment policies, as well as state, local, and federal regulations.
  • Proactively ensures that problems are addressed and resolved (such as customer complaints, employee relations issues, facilities or security issues, etc.). Involves support resources, such as the District Manager or Human Resources Manager, as appropriate.
  • Has a 'Guests First' mindset. Understands who his/her guests are, and is dedicated to exceeding their expectations. Puts guests first while balancing the needs and priorities of the business to create win/win solutions.

Essential Functions
  • Must be able to lift a tray weighing up to 25 lbs
  • Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs; place items on high and low shelves in the office, store rooms, service areas, walk-in coolers, and freezers
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, and grasp
  • Must be able to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs
  • Must meet any state, county, or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
  • Must be able to operate a point-of-sale system and differentiate between monetary denominations
  • Must be able to work with all Denny's menu products
  • Must be able to work with potentially hazardous chemicals
  • Must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in the confined work area
  • Must be able to work inside and outside the restaurant
  • Must be able to observe staff and all aspects of restaurant operations
  • Must be able to stand and walk during an 8 to 10-hour shift; occasional shifts in excess of 10 hours may be required due to the demands of the business
  • Must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas

Position Qualifications
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in the restaurant, hospitality, or retail management; additional operations and/or leadership experience strongly preferred Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Food Safety Manager certification required
  • Strong organizational skills with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in the English language and possess basic math skills
  • Places a value on diversity and shows respect for others
  • Proven ability to problem solve and handle high-stress situations
  • Interprets financial statements and understands contributing factors
  • Must be able to perform job duties of every position
  • Must be prepared to multitask in accordance with the demands of the business
  • Ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and additional shifts as needed
  • Available to travel, to include occasional overnight and airline travel when applicable
  • Has reliable transportation in order to meet banking obligations

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Seaside Dining Group, Inc. will make reasonable accommodations to allow a qualified individual with a disability to enjoy equal employment opportunities and to perform the essential functions of the job. This position description should be applied accordingly
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We are the classic American diner and proud of everything that means. Since 1953, we've served quality food and healthy portions at a fair price. No matter where we are, our light is always on, inviting guests around the world into a place where everyone is welcome. Our Denny's family is our most important asset. We trust, support and respect each other and work together for the greater good. We recognize the contributions of all. "Open" means so much more than just being open 24/7. It means being open to all people, appetites and budgets. It says we're open-minded and open to new ideas. Honest, warm and inviting. "Open" is the way we think and act every hour of every day.

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10,000+ Employees

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