Denny's
Denny's is a well-known American diner-style restaurant chain that has been serving customers since 1953. Originally founded as Danny's Donuts in Lakewood, California, it transitioned into a full-service diner and became Denny's in 1961. The chain is famous for its 24-hour service and a diverse menu that includes breakfast items, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and desserts. The iconic Grand Slam breakfast, introduced in 1977, is a highlight of their offerings. With a focus on families, travelers, and late-night diners, Denny's provides a welcoming environment for a broad customer base. The chain has expanded internationally since 1967 and operates 1,499 restaurants globally, primarily through franchising. Denny's is also committed to community involvement, having been a major sponsor of Save the Children since 1994. The company's headquarters is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
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Denny's went from 3,192 employees in Jul 2023 to 3,106 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 39 people joined, 67 left.
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How many employees does Denny's have?
Denny's has about 3,106 employees, down 0.1% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
What is Denny's's revenue per employee?
Denny's makes about $146K in revenue per employee, based on $454M annual revenue and 3,106 employees.
How much does Denny's pay?
6figr has 1 salary profile for Denny's in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Denny's salaries page. See Denny's salaries
Is Denny's a public company?
Yes. Denny's is publicly traded under the ticker DENN on NASDAQ.
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