Cook - Urgently Hiring

Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn in 1999, began its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee's restaurants. Over the past two decades, the company has experienced impressive growth through the opening of new locations and the acquisition of other franchise operators, ultimately becoming the largest Applebee's franchisee in the world. With over 460 Applebee's restaurants operating across 24 states, the Flynn Group has laid a strong foundation that has enabled it to expand beyond Applebee's into other renowned brands and diverse industries.

Flynn Applebee's represents one of the seven premier brands under the Flynn Group umbrella. The group is recognized as the largest franchise operator globally and manages a diversified portfolio of well-established, iconic brands such as Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. Flynn Group's mission centers around being the premier operator in every brand they manage by emphasizing core values of genuinely caring for people, playing like champions, and winning as one team.

This job opportunity is for the role of a Cook at Applebee's, which is known for offering a fun, flexible work environment with plenty of room for professional growth. As an Applebee’s Cook, you will play a critical role in preparing the delicious menu items that keep customers coming back. This position demands strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team setting. Beyond the excitement and camaraderie, employees enjoy a healthy balance between work and life, along with compelling benefits designed to support their health, future, family, and general happiness.

Applebee's offers competitive wages starting between $16 and $21 per hour for cooks, along with the convenience of Daily Pay in most locations except California. The company provides flexible scheduling to accommodate individual needs, healthcare benefits, meal discounts, and potential career advancement opportunities. These factors combine to make Applebee's not just a job, but a place to build a meaningful career.

Physical demands for this role include the ability to remain stationary and actively move for up to four hours at a time, frequent lifting of items weighing up to 50 pounds, and working comfortably in hot and humid conditions. The position also requires clear communication, dexterity for handling kitchen tools safely, and adherence to safety protocols such as wearing protective gloves, disinfecting surfaces, and using face masks where required.

Flynn Group prioritizes the health and well-being of its employees and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request during the application process. This inclusive environment fosters a supportive team spirit that aligns with the company’s values of care, championship, and unity, making Flynn Applebee's a dynamic and rewarding place to work.