Assistant Manager

Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn, began as a franchise operator with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants in 1999. Over the past two decades, Flynn Group has expanded significantly, becoming the largest Applebee's franchisee in the world with over 460 Applebee's locations across 24 states. The company has grown not just by opening new stores but also by acquiring other franchise operators, laying a strong foundation for further growth and diversification.

Today, Flynn Group is recognized as the largest franchise operator worldwide and oversees a diverse portfolio of premier restaurant and fitness brands including Applebee's, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. Flynn's commitment to excellence is driven by its core values—Caring Genuinely for People, Playing Like Champions, and Winning as One Team. These values guide internal culture and business practices, making Flynn a leader in the franchising community.

Within this expansive organization, Flynn Applebee's represents one of seven flagship brands. Flynn Applebee's operates with a dedication to delivering outstanding guest experiences and driving operational excellence. The company seeks individuals who align with its mission and values to grow within its organization and contribute to sustained success.

The role of an Applebee's Assistant Manager at Flynn Group is a multifaceted leadership position essential to daily restaurant operations. Assistant Managers are actively involved in every aspect of the restaurant's functioning, from supervising staff to ensuring guests receive top-tier service every visit. The role demands a leader who can inspire a team, solve problems quickly, manage stress effectively, and maintain a fun yet productive work environment.

Responsibilities include fostering a culture that reflects Flynn Applebee's core values, handling guest and staff concerns swiftly, maintaining food quality and presentation standards, managing inventory and scheduling, and upholding safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards. Assistant Managers must ensure compliance with company policies as well as local, state, and federal regulations. They also play a vital role in recruiting, training, and developing team members, and are expected to lead by example in all restaurant roles when necessary.

Candidates interested in this position benefit from the opportunity to join a growing and reputable organization that values continuous leadership development and teamwork. With an average annual earning potential of $65,000 to $78,000 based on a 50-hour workweek, this role offers competitive compensation and the chance to advance within a premium franchise operator. Flynn Group is also committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.