Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $56,000.00 - $62,000.00
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 in 1999, began its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee's restaurants. Over the next two decades, the company experienced significant growth by opening new stores and acquiring other franchise operators, eventually becoming the largest Applebee's franchisee globally. This strong foundation enabled Flynn Group to expand beyond Applebee's into other renowned brands, countries, and industries. Today, Flynn Group owns and operates over 460 Applebee's locations across 24 states, solidifying its position as a premier franchise operator.
Flynn Applebee's is one of seven flagship brands under the Flynn Group umbrella. The company has diversified into multiple iconic brands including Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. Flynn Group's core mission is to be the premier operator within each of these brands. This mission is driven by a commitment to core values such as caring genuinely for people, playing like a champion, and winning as one team. These values permeate every aspect of Flynn's business and culture.
The role of Applebee's Assistant Manager at Flynn Group is a dynamic and rewarding position integral to the restaurant’s day-to-day operations. This full-time position offers competitive compensation projected between $56,000 and $62,000 annually. Assistant Managers are responsible for ensuring a high-quality guest experience, leading and developing the team, and maintaining operational standards. The role demands strong leadership, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to perform under pressure while fostering a positive and fun work environment.
Assistant Managers at Flynn Applebee's are involved in all operational facets, serving as a crucial link between team members and upper management. They lead by example, ensuring that guests receive timely and friendly service in compliance with company guidelines. They cultivate a culture aligned with Flynn's core values and are proactive in addressing guest complaints to guarantee customer satisfaction. Assistant Managers also oversee inventory management, product preparation quality, and staff scheduling to match business demands.
Safety and sanitation are paramount; the Assistant Manager diligently enforces cleanliness standards and safety protocols to meet or exceed health department regulations. They coordinate routine maintenance and promote team recruitment and training efforts. Continuous professional development is encouraged, with tools like the Management Development Program supporting leadership growth.
Physical demands include working varied shifts including weekends, standing for extended periods, and the ability to handle lifting up to 50 pounds. The company prioritizes a diverse and inclusive work environment and provides accommodations as necessary throughout the hiring process. Flynn Group offers an impressive benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with matching, paid time off, and employee discounts.
Flynn Applebee's is one of seven flagship brands under the Flynn Group umbrella. The company has diversified into multiple iconic brands including Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. Flynn Group's core mission is to be the premier operator within each of these brands. This mission is driven by a commitment to core values such as caring genuinely for people, playing like a champion, and winning as one team. These values permeate every aspect of Flynn's business and culture.
The role of Applebee's Assistant Manager at Flynn Group is a dynamic and rewarding position integral to the restaurant’s day-to-day operations. This full-time position offers competitive compensation projected between $56,000 and $62,000 annually. Assistant Managers are responsible for ensuring a high-quality guest experience, leading and developing the team, and maintaining operational standards. The role demands strong leadership, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to perform under pressure while fostering a positive and fun work environment.
Assistant Managers at Flynn Applebee's are involved in all operational facets, serving as a crucial link between team members and upper management. They lead by example, ensuring that guests receive timely and friendly service in compliance with company guidelines. They cultivate a culture aligned with Flynn's core values and are proactive in addressing guest complaints to guarantee customer satisfaction. Assistant Managers also oversee inventory management, product preparation quality, and staff scheduling to match business demands.
Safety and sanitation are paramount; the Assistant Manager diligently enforces cleanliness standards and safety protocols to meet or exceed health department regulations. They coordinate routine maintenance and promote team recruitment and training efforts. Continuous professional development is encouraged, with tools like the Management Development Program supporting leadership growth.
Physical demands include working varied shifts including weekends, standing for extended periods, and the ability to handle lifting up to 50 pounds. The company prioritizes a diverse and inclusive work environment and provides accommodations as necessary throughout the hiring process. Flynn Group offers an impressive benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with matching, paid time off, and employee discounts.
Job Requirements
- At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience
- Serve Safe Food and Serve Safe Alcohol Certifications also a plus
- 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
- 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 a plus
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to handle stressful situations effectively
- Proven problem-solving abilities
- Experience with staff training and development
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations
- Competence in inventory management
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
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 members 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 costs 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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