Denny's - General Manager - Globe, United States - Feast Enterprises

Feast Enterprises

Verified Company

Globe, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Reporting to the District Manager, the General Manager will be responsible for overall restaurant operations including execution and management of staff, controllable profit plan achievement, guest count growth, and sales building activities.

Additional responsibilities include 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.

Responsibilities:

These are areas of performance in which the General Manager must be successful to meet their accountabilities:

Guests:

Makes sure that all Restaurant Managers and employees put "Guests First" to ensure a respectful and enjoyable environment, satisfied guests, and repeat business.

People:
Attracts, hires, develops, coaches, and retains Restaurant Managers and hourly employees to ensure an engaged, high-performing team

Does so by:

Working to create and maintain a respectful and enjoyable environment for our employees.
Recruiting and selecting effectively.
Using corporate training programs, individual development plans, and work assignments to develop employees' knowledge and skills.
Providing timely, constructive coaching and feedback.

Restaurant Operations:
Directs restaurant operations to ensure that Denny's Brand Standards for food and facilities are consistently achieved

Does this by:

Making sure food preparation, handling, and storage guidelines are consistently followed.
Enforcing sanitary practices for the general cleanliness and maintenance of the restaurant.

Growth:
Drives sales, guest count, and profit for the restaurant by:

Developing and executing a local store marketing plan.
Building strategic relationships in the community with civic, business, school, and professional organizations.
Ensuring timely and quality implementation of all Divisional and National marketing promotions and coop marketing initiatives.

Financials:

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.

Security:
Monitors to ensure that proper security procedures are in place to protect guests, employees, and company assets.

Asset Management:

Monitors to ensure that proper cash handling and inventory management procedures are in place to protect and conserve company assets.

Compliance:
Maintains compliance with all Denny's employment policies, as well as state, local, and federal regulations.

Problem Resolution:

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.

Teamwork:
Performs other duties as needed or assigned; willingly assists others without being asked.

Competencies
Focusing on
Guests:
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.

Driving for Results:
Is "Hungry To Win" for self, team, and Brand. Pushes self and others for results that move the business forward. Can be counted on to meet or exceed goals successfully.

Working Collaboratively:
Values and lives the "Power of We" through words and actions. Works well with all people guests, franchisees, support employees, supervisors, subordinates, peers, vendors, etc. Is able to build and effectively manage productive relationships. Recognizes individual's contributions and works with and through others to achieve common goals.

Personal Accountability and Decision Making:
Earns the respect and trust of others by taking initiative and honoring commitments. Makes timely, informed decisions and owns outcomes for those decisions. Is open to new and differing perspectives when making a decision. Understands the impact of his/her words and actions and strives to be a positive influence on others.

Leadership Courage:
Acts and leads with conviction; stands up for self and team appropriately. Speaks up professionally and promptly to address issues and provide solutions. Gives others direct, timely, and constructive feedback.

Business Acumen:
Knows how the business works and how it relates to the marketplace. Open to innovative ways to achieve solutions to move the business forward.

Sees the "big picture"; understands how operational and support functions work together for the growth and success of the business.

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 office, store rooms, service areas, walkin coolers, and freezers
Must be able