Assistant Manager

Denver, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Salary

Range $54,340.00 - $67,200.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Competitive wages

Profit sharing

bonus

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with match

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Flynn Group is a leading franchise operator in the restaurant industry, renowned for its expansive portfolio and dedication to excellence. Founded by Greg Flynn in 1999, Flynn Group began its journey with the acquisition of eight Applebee's locations. Over the course of two decades, the company experienced significant growth by opening new stores and acquiring other franchise operators. Today, Flynn Group proudly stands as the largest Applebee's franchisee globally, managing over 460 restaurants across 24 states. This impressive foundation has empowered Flynn Group to broaden its horizons beyond Applebee's, expanding into a diverse range of iconic brands and even other industries. Flynn Group now operates several top-tier brands, including Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. This diversity establishes Flynn Group as a powerhouse in the franchise management space, consistently pursuing its mission to be the premier operator within each brand it manages.

Flynn Applebee's, a vital part of Flynn Group, represents one of the company’s seven premier brands. Grounded in core values such as caring genuinely for people, playing like champions, and winning as one team, Flynn Applebee's is committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences to customers. The Assistant Manager role at Flynn Applebee's plays a crucial part in this commitment, focusing on leadership, operational excellence, and a passion for service. As an Assistant Manager, you will be deeply involved in the daily operations of the restaurant, leading the team to provide prompt, friendly, and high-quality service according to company standards.

The position requires exceptional leadership skills, the ability to solve problems efficiently, and the capacity to perform well under pressure. You will encourage enthusiasm among guests and staff alike, ensuring every visit to Flynn Applebee’s is memorable. Your responsibilities will span from scheduling and inventory management to maintaining safety and sanitation standards and providing direct guest engagement. This position also offers a competitive wage ranging from $19 to $23.50 per hour, equating to an approximate annual salary of $54,340 to $67,200 based on a 50-hour workweek, with the potential for monthly bonuses depending on the location.

Joining Flynn Applebee's means becoming part of a company committed to employee growth, quality training, and fostering an inclusive work environment. The role encourages continuous leadership development through management training programs designed to cultivate efficient, knowledgeable, and motivated leaders. Working as an Assistant Manager at Flynn Applebee's also requires flexibility, as you will need to work various shifts, including weekends, and occasionally step into different team roles such as cooking, bartending, or seating guests. With a strong focus on teamwork and operational integrity, Flynn Applebee's provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace for motivated individuals seeking a thriving career in restaurant management.

Job Requirements

At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience
Serve Safe Food and Serve Safe Alcohol certifications also a plus
Ability to work various shifts including weekends
Ability to stand and exert mobility for up to 10 hours
Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to 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 also 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