Assistant Manager

Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn in 1999, began its journey with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants. Over two decades, Flynn Group has grown through building new stores as well as acquiring other franchise operators to become the largest Applebee's franchisee in the world, currently operating over 460 Applebee's locations across 24 states. This strong foundation supported Flynn Group's expansion into other brands, countries, and industries. The company now owns and operates a diversified portfolio of iconic, world-class brands including Applebee's, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. Flynn Group is dedicated to becoming the premier operator within each brand by focusing on core values such as genuine care for people, playing like champions, and winning as one team.

Flynn Applebee's is one of the seven premier brands under the Flynn Group umbrella. As an Applebee's Assistant Manager, you will play a vital role in day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring guests and staff are passionate about their experience every day. The role demands excellent leadership and problem-solving abilities, the capacity to handle stress effectively, and maintaining a positive and fun work environment. With competitive wages ranging from $20.98 to $27.27 per hour, approximately $60,000 to $78,000 annually based on a 50-hour workweek, and potential monthly bonuses depending on location, the position offers rewarding compensation. Additional benefits include profit sharing, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, paid vacation, and paid sick leave.

As an Assistant Manager at Applebee's, you will be responsible for overseeing timely, friendly service adhering to company standards and fostering a culture rooted in Flynn Applebee's core values. You will handle guest complaints promptly, maintain inventory, ensure product quality through thorough line checks, and effectively schedule employees to meet business demands. Ensuring safety, security, cleanliness, and sanitation standards are upheld will also be key responsibilities. You will support recruitment efforts, actively participate in training and developing staff, provide constructive feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and manage compliance with all company policies and legal regulations. This role requires flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, and willingness to perform team member duties when needed, such as cooking, seating guests, or bartending. The position also encourages continuous growth through management development programs.