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Culver's

Assistant Manager

Fox Lake, IL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Culver's is looking for Restaurant Assistant Managers If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! We offer: Competitive wages Comprehensive ...

Culver's

Assistant Manager

Mchenry, IL · On-site

Culver's is looking for Restaurant Assistant Managers If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! We offer: · Competitive wages · ...

Culver's

Assistant Manager

Fox Lake, IL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Culver's is looking for Restaurant Assistant Managers If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! We offer: · Competitive wages · ...

Culver's

Assistant Manager

Rockford, IL

$19.50 - $22.50/hr

Culver's is looking for Restaurant Assistant Managers Hourly rate range $19.50 to $22.50 If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! We offer:

Culver's

Assistant Manager

Rockford, IL

$19.50 - $22.50/hr

Culver's is looking for Restaurant Assistant Managers Hourly rate range $19.50 to $22.50 If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! We offer ...

Culver's

Assistant Manager

Roscoe, IL

$19.50 - $22.50/hr

Culver's is looking for Restaurant Assistant Managers Hourly rate range $19.50 to $22.50 If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! We offer:

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How much do restaurant assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for restaurant assistant in Delavan, WI is $13.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.72 and $14.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a restaurant assistant?

Restaurant Assistants are support staff who help ensure the smooth operation of a restaurant. Their duties can include greeting guests, taking reservations, assisting servers, setting and clearing tables, and helping with basic food preparation or cleaning tasks. They play a key role in maintaining a pleasant dining environment and efficient service. Restaurant Assistants often work closely with both kitchen and front-of-house teams to enhance the overall customer experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a restaurant assistant?

To thrive as a Restaurant Assistant, you need strong customer service skills, basic food safety knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and adherence to local health regulations are typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure efficient service, customer satisfaction, and smooth restaurant operations.

What are some typical challenges a restaurant assistant might face during busy shifts?

As a Restaurant Assistant, managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak hours can be challenging. You'll often need to balance supporting servers, handling customer requests, restocking supplies, and ensuring cleanliness—all while maintaining a positive attitude. Good communication and teamwork are essential, as you’ll work closely with kitchen staff, servers, and management to keep operations running smoothly. Developing strong organizational and time-management skills will help you excel and reduce stress during busy periods.

What is the difference between Restaurant Assistant vs Waitstaff?

AspectRestaurant AssistantWaitstaff
CredentialsNone required, on-the-job trainingNone required, customer service skills preferred
Work EnvironmentKitchen support, front-of-house, back-of-houseFront-of-house, serving customers
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, cafes, catering servicesRestaurants, cafes, bars
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles are essential in the restaurant industry, a Restaurant Assistant typically supports kitchen and front-of-house operations, often with minimal experience required. Waitstaff primarily serve customers at tables, focusing on customer service. The roles overlap in customer interaction but differ in responsibilities and work environment.

Can I work in a restaurant assistant with no experience?

Restaurant assistant roles often do not require prior experience, as employers may provide on-the-job training for tasks such as customer service, food handling, and cleaning. Having a positive attitude, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a team can help you secure such positions. Some employers may prefer or require a high school diploma or equivalent, but many entry-level roles are available to those without experience.

What are the most commonly searched types of Restaurant jobs in Delavan, WI?

The most popular types of Restaurant jobs in Delavan, WI are:

What cities near Delavan, WI are hiring for Restaurant Assistant jobs?

Cities near Delavan, WI with the most Restaurant Assistant job openings:

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Infographic showing various Restaurant Assistant job openings in Delavan, WI as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $28,727 per year, or $13.8 per hour.

Restaurant Assistant Manager - Franchise

Denny's

South Beloit, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Denny's rating

4.5

Company rating: 4.5 out of 10

Based on 259 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

82nd of 88 rated restaurants

Job description

Job Requirements

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RREMC Restaurants, LLC (D.B.A. Denny's Restaurant) is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to assist the General Manager with managing a high-volume 24/365 family restaurant establishment. As the Restaurant Manager you will assists the General Manager in recruiting, training and supervising front and back of the house employees to ensure that the Brand Standard requirements are met and consistently maintained. 


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Work Experience
  • Conducts "walk-through" as required by the Brand Standards once a shift to determine compliance with sanitation, food safety, and service standards.
  • Measures temperatures of all equipment and records them in a log once a shift as required by the Brand Standards.
  • Assigns duties to the staff to correct any deficiencies recorded during the walk-through or the temperature check.
  • Supervises the operation of the restaurant during the shift and assist the staff as needed in order to assure the highest levels of guest services, food preparation, and cleanliness.
  • Contributes to the profitability of the restaurant through effective cost control methods such as monitoring prep/pull charts, reviewing food preparation, controlling waste, auditing guest checks, inspecting deliveries and overseeing cash control policies, controls labor by effectively according to guest count flow, to insure budgeted labor costs are met.
  • Assist the General Manager in recruiting and staffing the restaurant.
  • Covers call-offs and absences in order assure compliance with service, food, safety and cleanliness standards
  • Assures that new employees are properly oriented and trained as required by Denny's Brand Standards.
  • Responds to guests' requests and complaints and tries to resolve them in an appropriate manner.
  • Performs daily cash reconciliation. Take deposits to the bank.
  • Performs, daily and weekly administrative duties as assigned.
  • Conducts inventories and orders food, non-ingredient and other items as assigned.
  • Assures that equipment is properly functioning or contacts service company for repair in accordance with Restaurants' policy.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Must possess a minimum of 2 years in the restaurant industry as a restaurant manager.
  • Strong knowledge of family restaurant management.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, holidays and weekends. We are a 24-hour, 365-day operation. Flexibility is eminent!
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
  • Excellent organization and leadership skills.
  • Proven organizational skills; the ability to take direction, prioritize tasks and work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Dependable and reliable.
  • Strong analytical, independent thinking, and problem resolution skills
  • Ability to understand and respond appropriately to requests and use independent judgement to take proper action.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven organizational skills; the ability to take direction, prioritize tasks and work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to consistently provide a positive customer service experience to our guest, and employees.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation
  • Quarterly Bonuses
  • 401k plan with a company match
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits: Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness
  • Paid Vacation

Disclaimer
This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Denny's, Inc. This means the independent franchisee, and not Denny's, Inc. is alone responsible for all employment related matters in the restaurant including, among other things, setting any requirements for this job and all decisions concerning hiring, firing, discipline, supervisions, staffing and scheduling. Denny's, Inc. will not receive a copy of any application you submit for this job posting and will have no control over whether you receive an interview and/or are ultimately hired, does not control and is not responsible for the employment policies and practices of independent franchisees, and does not employ independent franchisees' employees. If you are hired for this job posting, the independent franchisee, and not Denny's, Inc., will be your employer. This job posting contains some general information about what it is like to work in a Denny's restaurant, but is not a complete job description. People who work in a Denny's restaurant perform a number of different tasks every day, and this posting does not list all of the essential functions of the job. Our brand is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, criminal background, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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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.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Spartanburg, SC, US

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