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Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

Cleaning & Facility Standards * Maintain a clean, safe, and organized restaurant environment including dining room, kitchen, restrooms, and exterior areas. * Ensure cleaning schedules and sanitation ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

Cleaning & Facility Standards * Maintain a clean, safe, and organized restaurant environment including dining room, kitchen, restrooms, and exterior areas. * Ensure cleaning schedules and sanitation ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Happy Valley, OR · On-site

Cleaning & Facility Standards * Maintain a clean, safe, and organized restaurant environment including dining room, kitchen, restrooms, and exterior areas. * Ensure cleaning schedules and sanitation ...

Denny's

Restaurant Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

Cleaning & Facility Standards * Maintain a clean, safe, and organized restaurant environment including dining room, kitchen, restrooms, and exterior areas. * Ensure cleaning schedules and sanitation ...

MOD Super Fast Pizza, LLC

Restaurant Staff

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$17.13/hr

Keep the restaurant clean and ready to deliver the best customer service * Demonstrate the fundamentals of hospitality (friendly, accurate and fast) on every shift * Have fun and work together with ...

MOD Super Fast Pizza, LLC

Restaurant Staff

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$17.13/hr

Keep the restaurant clean and ready to deliver the best customer service * Demonstrate the fundamentals of hospitality (friendly, accurate and fast) on every shift * Have fun and work together with ...

MOD Pizza

Restaurant Staff

Vancouver, WA

$17.13/hr

Keep the restaurant clean and ready to deliver the best customer service * Demonstrate the fundamentals of hospitality (friendly, accurate and fast) on every shift * Have fun and work together with ...

MOD Pizza

Restaurant Crew Member

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$20.46/hr

Keep the restaurant clean and ready to deliver the best customer service * Demonstrate the fundamentals of hospitality (friendly, accurate and fast) on every shift * Have fun and work together with ...

MOD Pizza

Restaurant Crew Member

Portland, OR

$23.19/hr

Keep the restaurant clean and ready to deliver the best customer service * Demonstrate the fundamentals of hospitality (friendly, accurate and fast) on every shift * Have fun and work together with ...

3 Brothers Restaurants

Restaurant Manager

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

Adhering to cleaning schedules and standards * Ensuring employees are in proper uniform * Ensuring ... Office and Restaurant environment. Extended periods of standing, sitting, typing and looking at a ...

Wendy's

Restaurant Manager

Vancouver, WA · On-site

What we expect from you The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for keeping our restaurant exceptionally clean and well-run. S/he will assist the General Manager in day-to-day restaurant ...

Wendy's

Restaurant Manager

Vancouver, WA · On-site

What we expect from you The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for keeping our restaurant exceptionally clean and well-run. S/he will assist the General Manager in day-to-day restaurant ...

Wendy's

Restaurant Manager

Vancouver, WA · On-site

What we expect from you The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for keeping our restaurant exceptionally clean and well-run. S/he will assist the General Manager in day-to-day restaurant ...

Wendy's

Restaurant Manager

Vancouver, WA · On-site

What we expect from you The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for keeping our restaurant exceptionally clean and well-run. S/he will assist the General Manager in day-to-day restaurant ...

Sizzle Pie Empire LLC

Restaurant Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Maintaining a clean, organized, safe, and properly functioning restaurant , including coordination of facilities needs and equipment concerns. * Supporting and maintaining vendor relationships and ...

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Raising Cane's

Restaurant Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$23.50 - $24.25/hr

Benefits offered for all Full-time Restaurant Managers: * Medical, Dental, Vision & Pharmacy ... cleaning products that require the use of personal protective equipment and physical activities ...

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A Restaurant Cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in a restaurant. Duties include sweeping, mopping, sanitizing surfaces, cleaning restrooms, and disposing of trash. They ensure the dining and kitchen areas are clean, safe, and compliant with health regulations. Their work helps create a pleasant environment for customers and staff.

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Restaurant Manager

Denny's

Portland, OR • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Denny's rating

4.5

Company rating: 4.5 out of 10

Based on 261 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

84th of 89 rated restaurants

Job description

Listed wages are based on company-wide ranges. Actual earnings will vary based on factors such as: restaurant brand, experience, education, geography, applicable minimum wage, unit volume(s), hours worked & potential overtime pay.
Position: 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, and profitable performance. This role assists with team leadership, guest service, food safety, and operational execution while helping to develop team members and maintain Denny's brand standards. The Restaurant Manager serves as a leader on duty and ensures smooth operations during assigned shifts.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership
  • Support hiring, training, and development of team members.
  • Assist with onboarding and training using company systems and procedures.
  • Provide coaching and feedback to team members to support performance and accountability.
  • Promote a professional, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
  • Demonstrate WKS Values: Integrity, Loyalty, Winning, Service, and Teamwork.
  • Support a positive culture focused on teamwork, retention, and guest service.

Operations Management
  • Assist in overseeing daily restaurant operations including dining room, kitchen, and service areas.
  • Support scheduling, staffing, and labor deployment based on business needs.
  • Execute opening and closing procedures, including security and cash handling protocols.
  • Monitor food preparation, service flow, and operational efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with Denny's brand standards, food safety requirements, and operational procedures.
  • Assist with inventory, ordering, and operational reporting.
  • Work stations during peak business periods and as needed to maintain service levels.

Guest Service
  • Ensure guests receive prompt, friendly, accurate, and high-quality service.
  • Address and resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly.
  • Support guest satisfaction through coaching and reinforcement of service standards.
  • Maintain a visible presence in the dining room to support guest experience.
  • Communicate effectively with guests, team members, and management.

Financial Support
  • Assist in managing restaurant financial performance, including labor and cost controls.
  • Support execution of plans to meet or exceed sales and profit goals.
  • Follow cash handling, deposit, and reconciliation procedures.
  • Support inventory control and waste reduction efforts.

Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Support food safety, sanitation, and health department standards.
  • Ensure required certifications, training, and documentation are maintained.
  • Enforce company policies, including timekeeping and workplace conduct.
  • Report employee relations concerns to the General Manager or District Leader as required.

Cleaning & Facility Standards
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized restaurant environment including dining room, kitchen, restrooms, and exterior areas.
  • Ensure cleaning schedules and sanitation procedures are followed consistently.
  • Perform and assign cleaning tasks including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, sanitizing surfaces, removing trash, cleaning restrooms, and any other cleaning or side work tasks assigned by management.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Physical Activity
  • Standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and grasping.
  • Writing, filing documents, and working at a computer.
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects.
  • Communicating with guests, team members, and management.
  • Use of POS systems, kitchen equipment, and restaurant technology, as permitted by applicable state age requirements.

Physical Requirements
  • Standing and walking for extended periods (majority of the shift).
  • Lifting and carrying ranges:
  • 0-10 lbs: Frequent
  • 11-25 lbs: Occasional to Frequent
  • 26-50 lbs: Occasional with assistance
  • 51-75 lbs: Seldom; team-lift only
  • Pushing and pulling approximately 10-40 lbs of force occasionally.
  • Frequent use of hands for equipment operation, food handling, and administrative tasks.

Work Environment
  • Work performed in restaurant dining room, kitchen, and service areas.
  • Exposure to heat, cooking equipment, noise, wet or slippery surfaces, and cleaning chemicals.
  • Fast-paced, full-service environment with continuous guest interaction.
  • Variable schedules including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Cognitive Demands (ADA/FEHA-Compliant)
  • Ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands.
  • Ability to make timely decisions and solve operational and guest issues.
  • Ability to support leadership, coach team members, and enforce standards.
  • Ability to manage guest interactions and service recovery professionally.
  • Ability to adapt to changing business conditions and operational needs.
  • Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of restaurant or supervisory experience preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework preferred.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of restaurant operations and food safety practices.
  • ServSafe certification required (or ability to obtain).
  • Proficiency with POS systems and basic computer applications.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to support nearby restaurant locations as needed.

This document describes the job and its traditional physical, cognitive, and environmental demands. It does not describe the abilities of any individual employee.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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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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