Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $23.43 - $27.27
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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 the hospitality and restaurant franchise industry with the acquisition of eight Applebee's locations in 1999. Over the past two decades, Flynn Group has grown significantly through the development of new stores and the acquisition of other franchise operators, ultimately becoming the largest Applebee's franchisee in the world. Today, Flynn Group operates over 460 Applebee's restaurants across 24 states in the United States. This impressive growth reflects the company’s strong foundation, excellent management practices, and commitment to quality service and operational excellence.
Flynn Applebee's is just one of the seven premier brands under the Flynn Group portfolio, which has expanded beyond Applebee's to include iconic brands such as Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. These brands span a variety of segments within the restaurant and fitness industries, demonstrating Flynn Group's diverse and robust portfolio. The primary mission of Flynn Group is to be the premier operator within each brand they oversee. This mission is deeply rooted in their core values which focus on genuine care for people, a competitive mindset to excel, and a unified approach to success. Flynn Group is known for fostering a positive, value-driven culture that empowers its employees and prioritizes guest satisfaction.
The Applebee's Assistant Manager role at Flynn Group is designed for motivated, passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic, customer-focused environments. As an Assistant Manager, you will be intricately involved in the daily operations of the restaurant, working to ensure the highest standards of guest service, staff performance, and operational excellence. This role requires a team leader who can manage stress effectively, solve problems quickly, and inspire team members to deliver an outstanding experience. From scheduling employees to maintaining inventory, enforcing safety regulations, and upholding the cleanliness and organization of the restaurant, you will play a critical role in supporting the General Manager and driving the business toward success.
This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage projected between $23.43 and $27.27, reflecting the importance of the role and responsibilities involved. The Assistant Manager is expected to be hands-on, stepping into various team member roles as needed, which includes cooking, bartending, seating guests, or other operational tasks. Utilizing Flynn Group's Management Development Program, Assistant Managers have access to continuous leadership training and growth opportunities, positioning this role as a stepping stone toward higher management within the company. As a company that values diversity and inclusion, Flynn Group supports accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment processes, reinforcing their commitment to creating a welcoming work environment.
This role is perfectly suited for individuals with prior restaurant management experience seeking to join a large, reputable franchise operator that values excellence, teamwork, and personal development. At Flynn Applebee's, you are not only managing a restaurant; you are helping to build a community and contribute to the success of a globally recognized brand. The position demands strong leadership, excellent interpersonal skills, operational knowledge, and the ability to adapt and excel in a fast-paced setting. If you are passionate about hospitality, focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences, and eager to grow within a leading franchise organization, the Applebee's Assistant Manager position offers a rewarding and dynamic career path.
Flynn Applebee's is just one of the seven premier brands under the Flynn Group portfolio, which has expanded beyond Applebee's to include iconic brands such as Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. These brands span a variety of segments within the restaurant and fitness industries, demonstrating Flynn Group's diverse and robust portfolio. The primary mission of Flynn Group is to be the premier operator within each brand they oversee. This mission is deeply rooted in their core values which focus on genuine care for people, a competitive mindset to excel, and a unified approach to success. Flynn Group is known for fostering a positive, value-driven culture that empowers its employees and prioritizes guest satisfaction.
The Applebee's Assistant Manager role at Flynn Group is designed for motivated, passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic, customer-focused environments. As an Assistant Manager, you will be intricately involved in the daily operations of the restaurant, working to ensure the highest standards of guest service, staff performance, and operational excellence. This role requires a team leader who can manage stress effectively, solve problems quickly, and inspire team members to deliver an outstanding experience. From scheduling employees to maintaining inventory, enforcing safety regulations, and upholding the cleanliness and organization of the restaurant, you will play a critical role in supporting the General Manager and driving the business toward success.
This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage projected between $23.43 and $27.27, reflecting the importance of the role and responsibilities involved. The Assistant Manager is expected to be hands-on, stepping into various team member roles as needed, which includes cooking, bartending, seating guests, or other operational tasks. Utilizing Flynn Group's Management Development Program, Assistant Managers have access to continuous leadership training and growth opportunities, positioning this role as a stepping stone toward higher management within the company. As a company that values diversity and inclusion, Flynn Group supports accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment processes, reinforcing their commitment to creating a welcoming work environment.
This role is perfectly suited for individuals with prior restaurant management experience seeking to join a large, reputable franchise operator that values excellence, teamwork, and personal development. At Flynn Applebee's, you are not only managing a restaurant; you are helping to build a community and contribute to the success of a globally recognized brand. The position demands strong leadership, excellent interpersonal skills, operational knowledge, and the ability to adapt and excel in a fast-paced setting. If you are passionate about hospitality, focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences, and eager to grow within a leading franchise organization, the Applebee's Assistant Manager position offers a rewarding and dynamic career path.
Job Requirements
- 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 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
- 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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