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Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn in 1999 with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants, has grown into the largest Applebee's franchise operator in the world over the past two decades. Starting with a strong foundation of acquisitions and new store development, Flynn Group expanded its footprint to over 460 Applebee's locations across 24 states. This impressive growth story reflects the company's strategic approach to growth through franchising and operational excellence. Beyond Applebee's, Flynn Group now owns and operates multiple leading restaurant brands including Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and fitness centers such as Planet Fitness. This diversified portfolio allows the company to serve a broad customer base across varied dining and lifestyle segments. Flynn Group is committed to being the premier operator within each brand, building on core values such as genuinely caring for people, playing like a champion, and winning together as a team. As one of the seven premiere brands under Flynn Group, Applebee's is synonymous with a welcoming dining experience, quality food, and community-centric hospitality. The company culture emphasizes a balance between work and personal life, offering employees a supportive environment where they can thrive and develop their careers. Enjoying flexibility in scheduling along with competitive benefits is part of the Flynn Applebee's employee experience. At Applebee's, a positive and fun workplace is cultivated, fostering growth opportunities, team collaboration, and outstanding guest service.

The role of an Applebee's Host/Server Assistant exemplifies this culture by placing individuals in a frontline position to welcome guests warmly and support servers for seamless operations. This entry-level position offers an exciting environment to engage with customers, ensuring a smooth guest flow within the restaurant. Hosts and server assistants are vital to creating a positive first impression, assisting servers, and helping maintain a pleasant dining atmosphere. This role suits individuals who enjoy interacting with people, possess strong communication skills, and are committed to delivering excellent service. Activities involve greeting guests, managing seating, delivering exceptional customer support, and assisting wherever needed to maintain a smooth and enjoyable dining experience. A flexible work schedule makes this position ideal for those seeking balance between personal and professional life, including students and part-time workers. The compensation for this role ranges from $15 to $20 per hour, inclusive of competitive wages plus potential tips, with additional benefits such as healthcare coverage, meal discounts, paid sick leave, and access to daily pay options (excluding California). This is an opportunity for motivated candidates at least 16 years old to build a rewarding career path within Flynn Group's expansive brand network. The company prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of its employees by adhering to strict physical and safety standards, including the ability to stand, lift up to 25 pounds, wear protective gear, and operate in a dynamic dining environment. Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing accommodations as needed throughout the application process. Joining Flynn Applebee's means being part of a premier team committed to excellence, service, and growth in a fun and flexible work environment.