Denny's Premium Server
On-siteSan Jose, California, United States
Job Summary
Oversee restaurant operations and manage up to 20 crew members on each shift, supervising staff in the absence of exempt management personnel. Demonstrate strong commitment to hospitality by upholding Denny's brand service standards while serving all menu products and operating the point-of-sale system. Perform essential functions including lifting trays up to 25 lbs and equipment up to 50 lbs, standing and walking 85-95% of a 4-8 hour shift, and tolerating extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas. Maintain a neat, professional appearance and possess basic math skills for cash handling. Complete required e-learning modules and hold Management Food Safety Certification. Work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to lift a tray weighing up to 25 lbs
- 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 about health risk concerns about food handling
- Must be able to serve all Denny's menu products
- Must possess basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide)
- Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs
- Must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in the confined work area
- Must work inside and outside
- Must be able to observe staff and all aspects of restaurant operations
- Must be able to operate point of sale system and differentiate between monetary denominations
- Must be able to stand and walk throughout a 4 to 8-hour shift
- Must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- One or more years of experience as an hourly restaurant employee with Denny's; must have completed the Diamond Development Program
- Completion of all e-learning job code modules
- Management Food Safety Certification
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Physical Requirements – Ability to stand and walk approximately 85%-95% of shift
- Ability to lift and carry 10-65 lbs
- Ability to move freely throughout the restaurant
- Ability to operate restaurant equipment and drive a motor vehicle
Desired Qualifications
- A neat, professional appearance
- Places a value on diversity and shows respect for others
- Proven ability to problem solve and handle high-stress situations
- Strong oral communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the restaurant
- Communicates effectively both orally and in writing in the English language
- Ability to read and implement instructions
- Basic math and cash handling skills
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