Assistant Manager

Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn, embarked on its journey in 1999 with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants. Over the subsequent two decades, the company expanded significantly through building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators, eventually becoming the largest Applebee's franchisee globally. Currently, Flynn Group operates over 460 Applebee's restaurants across 24 states, showcasing its extensive footprint in the casual dining sector. This robust foundation has enabled Flynn Group to diversify its portfolio, branching out into various brands, countries, and industries. Today, Flynn Group stands as the largest franchise operator in the world, managing an impressive array of seven premier brands including Applebee's, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. The organization is deeply committed to its core values: Caring Genuinely for People, Playing like a Champion, and Winning as One, which underpin its mission to be the premier operator within each brand it represents.

As an Applebee's Assistant Manager within Flynn Group, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring that guests and staff alike are engaged and passionate about their experience. This leadership position demands excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to manage stress effectively, and a commitment to fostering a positive team environment. The role offers an exciting blend of hard work and enjoyment, where you will take charge of maintaining exceptional service standards, managing staff, and upholding company policies. Your responsibilities will include ensuring timely, friendly service, managing inventory, overseeing product quality, scheduling employees efficiently to meet sales demands, and maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and sanitation. Additionally, you will be instrumental in employee development through training, performance evaluation, and fostering a culture aligned with Flynn Applebee's core values. This is a hands-on role, requiring flexibility to assist in various positions within the restaurant as needed, from cooking to seating guests. The assistant manager is also tasked with ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, controlling departmental costs, and handling administrative duties such as daily paperwork and inventory management. Flynn Group supports continuous growth through their Management Development Program, encouraging leadership skill advancement and proficiency. This role is crucial in delivering an outstanding dining experience while promoting team cohesion and operational excellence.