Restaurant Assistant Manager

Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn in 1999, began its journey with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants. Over the past two decades, Flynn Group has grown tremendously by building new stores and acquiring existing franchise operators. Today, it stands as the largest Applebee's franchisee in the world, with more than 460 Applebee's restaurants spread across 24 states. This remarkable growth showcases Flynn Group’s commitment to excellence and strategic expansion in the restaurant industry. Beyond Applebee's, Flynn Group has diversified its portfolio to include other world-class brand franchises such as Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness, making it the largest franchise operator globally. The company prides itself on a strong foundation and a mission to be the premier operator within each of these premier brands. Flynn Group’s core values—Care Genuinely for People, Play like a Champion, and Win as One—guide the company’s culture and operations.

As an Applebee's Assistant Manager within Flynn Group, the role is dynamic and involves engagement in all aspects of daily restaurant operations. This position holds the responsibility of ensuring guests and staff experience a passionate and positive atmosphere every day. The Assistant Manager must exhibit strong leadership skills, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and excellent stress management to maintain high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. Duties include overseeing staff performance, maintaining inventory, scheduling employees effectively, and ensuring safety, security, cleanliness, and sanitation standards are met consistently. The Assistant Manager will also play an important part in developing and training staff members, fostering a culture in alignment with Flynn Applebee’s values, and handling guest concerns promptly and professionally.

The position offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $19 to $23.50 per hour, which translates to approximately $54,340 to $67,200 annually based on a 50-hour work week. There is potential for monthly bonuses depending on the location, offering substantial earning opportunities. Additionally, Flynn Group provides a comprehensive benefits package, highlighting profit sharing, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation and sick leave, as well as additional paid time off based on years of service. The company promotes career development through its Management Development Program to ensure continuous growth of leadership proficiency. Physical stamina is required for this role, including the ability to work various shifts, stand for up to ten hours, and safely lift up to 50 pounds. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced restaurant managers seeking a challenging and rewarding leadership position within a globally recognized restaurant empire.