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General Managers - DEN 9513 WKS Restaurant Group - 2.8 North Pekin, IL Job Details Full-time Up to $65,000 a year 9 days ago Benefits Paid training Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Food service health code compliance ServSafe Talent management Restaurant management High school diploma or GED Team development Driver's License Supervising experience Managing food service teams General management Food service management

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District Manager Location:

Bloomington, IL The Big Picture Ready to run your own restaurant and lead a passionate team to victory? As a Denny's General Manager with WKS Restaurant Group, you're the heart and soul of daily operations. You aren't just managing shifts—you're cultivating high-performing teams, driving local sales, delivering legendary guest experiences, and mastering the bottom line. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love growing talent, and bring positive, energetic leadership to the table every single day, we want you at the helm!

What You'll Be Doing Coaching & Elevating Teams:

Hire, train, inspire, and mentor your restaurant crew. Conduct regular performance reviews, keep energy high, and enforce brand standards while living out WKS core values: Integrity, Loyalty, Winning, Service, and Teamwork . Mastering the

Operations:

Keep the restaurant running smoothly from sunrise to sunset. Oversee daily checklists, inventory, ordering, schedules, equipment maintenance, and strict adherence to food safety and Denny's brand standards.

Rolling Up Your Sleeves:

Work right alongside your team on the floor during peak rushes, breaks, and high-volume shifts to ensure service stays fast, friendly, and flawless. Driving the

Numbers:

Own the restaurant's financial engine. Analyze P&L reports, manage labor and food costs, direct weekly inventory counts, and hit revenue targets.

Delivering Outstanding Guest Service:

Keep your dining room buzzing with happy guests. Tackle and resolve guest feedback promptly, ensuring every visitor leaves satisfied and excited to return. Keeping it

Safe & Compliant:

Enforce wage-and-hour policies, safety regulations, cash controls, and workplace standards to keep your team safe and compliant. What We Offer (The Good Stuff)

Competitive Pay:

Up to $65,000 per year base salary

Big Bonus Potential:

Unlock up to $18,000 annually in performance bonuses!

Health & Wellness:

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options

Future-Proofing:

401(k) retirement plan

Work-Life Balance:

Paid Time Off (PTO) &

Flexible Scheduling Perks & Discounts:

Generous employee food & dining discounts

Unmatched Growth:

Clear paths for career advancement across 380+ restaurants and major national brands! What You Bring to the

Table Experience:

Minimum 2 years of restaurant management/supervisory experience (full-service dining experience strongly preferred).

Education & Certifications:

High School Diploma/GED required (Bachelor's degree preferred); valid ServSafe Certification required.

Restaurant Tech & Cash Savvy:

Proficient with cash handling procedures, POS systems, smart safe operations, and basic computer/reporting applications.

Flexibility & Hustle:

Must be at least 18 years old with a flexible schedule (mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays) and reliable transportation.

Physical & Mental Stamina:

Comfortable standing/walking for long shifts, lifting up to 50 lbs (occasionally), handling kitchen heat, and keeping cool under pressure during heavy rushes. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Who is WKS Restaurant Group? We are a family-owned restaurant group headquartered in Cypress, CA, operating 380+ restaurants across 19 states—including iconic brands like Denny's, El Pollo Loco, Wendy's, Krispy Kreme, and Blaze Pizza. We back our General Managers with dedicated support teams in HR, Marketing, Facilities, Accounting, and Safety so you can focus on building your career and winning in your store. We build careers, not just jobs. Ready to step into leadership and drive your career forward? Apply today and join the WKS family!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

Up to $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Experience:

Restaurant management: 1 year (Required)

General Manager:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person