About The Position
Bring your leadership, passion, and drive to the table. Applebee’s is hiring Restaurant Managers who are ready to lead teams, grow a business, and create a neighborhood restaurant where guests and team members feel at home. Whether you’re an experienced Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager, or Kitchen Manager, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a brand rooted in community, teamwork, and opportunity. At Applebee’s, our managers don’t just run restaurants—they lead people, drive results, and set the tone for unforgettable guest experiences.
Requirements
- 1–3+ years of restaurant management experience
- Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
- Passion for the food service industry with a people-first mindset
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Nice To Haves
- ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications a plus (training provided)
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day restaurant operations with a focus on guest satisfaction, food quality, and service excellence
- Drive sales, profitability, and operational efficiency in a high-volume environment
- Ensure adherence to Applebee’s systems, standards, and company policies
- Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and alcohol service regulations
- Hire, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams
- Lead with a people-first mindset, creating a positive, inclusive, and motivating work environment
- Empower supervisors and team members to grow, succeed, and advance
- Model professionalism, integrity, and hospitality at all times
- Manage labor, food costs, and controllable expenses
- Support financial goals through strong execution, planning, and follow-through
- Protect company assets and ensure proper cash handling and inventory controls
- Represent Applebee’s in the local community
- Support local restaurant marketing and promotions
- Build strong relationships with guests, vendors, and team members
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Quarterly bonus opportunity
- Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA)
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid, on-the-job leadership training
- Dining perks across all our brands
- Discounts with partner brands (Verizon, Dell, gyms, and more)
- Real advancement and long-term career growth opportunities
- WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
