
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
employee discount
flexible schedule
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid training
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn, began its journey in 1999 with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants. Over the following twenty years, the company strategically expanded by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators, establishing itself as the largest Applebee's franchisee globally. This solid foundation has enabled Flynn Group to diversify its operations, extending into other brands, countries, and industries. Today, Flynn Group operates over 460 Applebee's restaurants across 24 states, underpinning its remarkable growth and industry leadership.
Flynn Applebee's is one of the seven premier brands under the Flynn Group umbrella. Flynn Group has evolved into the largest franchise operator worldwide, owning and managing a diverse portfolio of restaurants spanning iconic and world-class brands across multiple market segments. These include Applebee's, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. The company's primary mission is to be the premier operator within each of these brands, a goal achieved by embracing core values centered around genuinely caring for people, playing like champions, and winning as one unified team.
The role of an Applebee's Assistant Manager within Flynn Group is integral to daily restaurant operations. As an Assistant Manager, you will be deeply involved in all aspects of managing the restaurant, from ensuring top-tier guest experiences to leading and motivating staff. This role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to solve problems efficiently, and resilience under pressure. The Assistant Manager acts as a role model for all team members, driving company standards and fostering a positive, engaging work environment.
This position offers a full-time employment opportunity with a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 annually. Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) plans with matching, employee discounts, flexible scheduling, and paid training. The work location is in person, providing hands-on involvement in restaurant operations and team leadership.
In this role, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for maintaining friendly and timely service that aligns with company guidelines and objectives. They will cultivate a culture based on Flynn Applebee's core values and ensure immediate resolution of guest complaints. Prioritizing guest contact and completing required table visits are key responsibilities, alongside maintaining inventory levels and ensuring product quality through line checks. Effective employee scheduling, safety and security program management, and promotion of cleanliness and sanitation are also essential. The Assistant Manager will support recruitment, training, and staff development, utilizing structured programs and performance evaluations to foster continuous improvement. Additionally, the role demands compliance with company policies, local regulations, and cost control responsibilities within the assigned department. A willingness to work across all restaurant positions, including cooking, bartending, seating guests, and more, underscores the collaborative spirit expected in this leadership role.
Overall, Flynn Applebee's seeks an experienced, dynamic Assistant Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about guest service, and is committed to upholding the high standards synonymous with the Flynn Group name. This career opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to grow their leadership skills within a reputable, industry-leading franchise operator committed to excellence and inclusivity.
Flynn Applebee's is one of the seven premier brands under the Flynn Group umbrella. Flynn Group has evolved into the largest franchise operator worldwide, owning and managing a diverse portfolio of restaurants spanning iconic and world-class brands across multiple market segments. These include Applebee's, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. The company's primary mission is to be the premier operator within each of these brands, a goal achieved by embracing core values centered around genuinely caring for people, playing like champions, and winning as one unified team.
The role of an Applebee's Assistant Manager within Flynn Group is integral to daily restaurant operations. As an Assistant Manager, you will be deeply involved in all aspects of managing the restaurant, from ensuring top-tier guest experiences to leading and motivating staff. This role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to solve problems efficiently, and resilience under pressure. The Assistant Manager acts as a role model for all team members, driving company standards and fostering a positive, engaging work environment.
This position offers a full-time employment opportunity with a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 annually. Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) plans with matching, employee discounts, flexible scheduling, and paid training. The work location is in person, providing hands-on involvement in restaurant operations and team leadership.
In this role, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for maintaining friendly and timely service that aligns with company guidelines and objectives. They will cultivate a culture based on Flynn Applebee's core values and ensure immediate resolution of guest complaints. Prioritizing guest contact and completing required table visits are key responsibilities, alongside maintaining inventory levels and ensuring product quality through line checks. Effective employee scheduling, safety and security program management, and promotion of cleanliness and sanitation are also essential. The Assistant Manager will support recruitment, training, and staff development, utilizing structured programs and performance evaluations to foster continuous improvement. Additionally, the role demands compliance with company policies, local regulations, and cost control responsibilities within the assigned department. A willingness to work across all restaurant positions, including cooking, bartending, seating guests, and more, underscores the collaborative spirit expected in this leadership role.
Overall, Flynn Applebee's seeks an experienced, dynamic Assistant Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about guest service, and is committed to upholding the high standards synonymous with the Flynn Group name. This career opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to grow their leadership skills within a reputable, industry-leading franchise operator committed to excellence and inclusivity.
Job Requirements
- At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience
- Serve Safe Food and Serve Safe Alcohol Certifications also a plus
- Must have the ability to work various shifts ranging in hours, including weekends
- stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to ten (10) hours in length
- safely lift pots, pans, glassware, boxes, etc. up to 50 pounds in weight
- read and write to facilitate communication
- must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment
Job Qualifications
- At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience
- Serve Safe Food and Serve Safe Alcohol Certifications are a plus
Job Duties
- Ensures timely, friendly service according to company guidelines, achieving established objectives of the unit
- cultivates a culture in accordance with the Flynn Applebee's Premier Card of our core values and beliefs
- ensures the immediate response and correction of all verbal guest complaints to self and staff
- ensures guest contact as a priority with completion of required table visits established by Flynn Applebee's standards
- maintains departmental inventory levels
- ensures product preparation and presentation uncompromisingly meeting company standards by performing line checks
- effectively schedules employees to meet sales demands
- maintains effective safety and security programs
- promotes and leads restaurant organization, cleanliness and sanitation
- performs routine maintenance and immediately reports to the General Manager/Area Director of needed repairs
- promotes quality recruitment and referrals of potential team member and management candidates
- promotes Flynn | Applebee's training procedures for new managers
- helps maintain a trained staff through effective use of employment orientation, individual training sessions, employee meetings and implementation of company policy and training systems
- participates in the constant development of employees using One-on-One and performance documentation, and contributes to the completion of written evaluations
- assesses the efficiency of employees, provides fair feedback on a regular basis, and continuously works with employees on their areas of development
- monitors acceptable employee performance and documents situations that require or could lead to disciplinary or corrective action
- assures compliance with company policies, practices and procedures
- responsible for controlling cost in assigned department
- compliance with local, state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines
- drives bi-weekly / weekly food and liquor inventories at the AD/GM's request and is accountable for completion
- responsible for preparing and submitting accurate daily paperwork
- assures sanitation standards meet or exceed Health Department and Flynn Applebee's standards
- provides a role model for managers and employees
- develops self on all store related technology
- must be willing and able to work in all positions and assist in a team member position as needed when in a restaurant
- this includes cooking on the line, expo, seating guests, bartending, etc
- uses the Management Development Program for continuous growth of leadership skills and proficiencies
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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