Kitchen Manager

Applebee's is a well-known chain of casual dining restaurants with locations throughout the United States. Established with the vision of creating a welcoming neighborhood eatery, Applebee's has grown to become a beloved destination for people seeking great food, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere. The brand’s emphasis lies in providing a vibrant and inclusive work culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to succeed. As a company, Applebee's fosters a culture built on a strong foundation of core values including performance, respect, integrity, development, and engagement. These principles define the ways team members interact with guests as well as each other, ensuring a positive and collaborative work environment. Applebee's encourages growth both personally and professionally, offering opportunities for employees to advance and develop within a dynamic and fun setting.

We are currently hiring for the position of Kitchen Manager at Applebee's restaurants nationwide. This role is critical to the success of our operations and requires an individual who is capable of leading the back-of-house staff with efficiency, care, and dedication. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for overseeing all kitchen functions, including ensuring cleanliness, food safety, and compliance with health and alcohol regulations. This role involves managing purchasing and cost controls to maximize profitability while maintaining quality standards. The successful candidate will direct hourly associates, ensure adherence to operational guidelines, and take corrective actions as necessary to deliver a seamless dining experience.

This position offers competitive compensation and a wealth of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options. Employees enjoy complimentary meals while on duty and have access to paid training to set them up for success. Additional perks include a daily pay option which allows team members to access their earnings before payday via the Earned Wage app. Applebee's values education and growth, providing ongoing education resources to all restaurant team members and their families. Furthermore, team members and their children are eligible to apply for the Bill Palmer Legacy Scholarship, a $5,000 annual award to help support lifelong learning.

Working as a Kitchen Manager at Applebee's means joining a team that respects initiative, responsibility, and team spirit. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership skills, positive conflict resolution abilities, and excellent communication both verbally and in writing. The role requires physical stamina due to the demands of a restaurant environment. A minimum of one year of kitchen management experience in the casual restaurant industry is required, and candidates with a high school diploma and current alcohol and food certifications that meet state requirements will be preferred. Applebee's is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive.