Restaurant Manager- Chatsworth-2150041

Santa Clarita, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $65,000.00 - $78,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

employee discount

flexible schedule

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid training

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn, began its journey with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants in 1999. Over more than two decades, Flynn Group has grown significantly by both building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators. Today, it is recognized as the largest Applebee's franchisee globally, with ownership of over 460 Applebee's restaurants spanning 24 states across the United States. This extensive growth and operational excellence have enabled Flynn Group to expand into multiple brands, geographic locations, and industries, making it the largest franchise operator in the world. Beyond Applebee's, Flynn Group operates a diverse portfolio of world-class, iconic restaurant brands including Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and also Fitness chain Planet Fitness. The organization is committed to being the premier operator within each of these brands by adhering to core values such as genuinely caring for people, performing with a champion's mindset, and fostering a unified, winning team environment.

Flynn Applebee's, one of the seven premier brands under Flynn Group, seeks highly motivated individuals for the position of Assistant Manager. This role involves active engagement in all facets of daily restaurant operations, playing a critical leadership role in cultivating passionate guest experiences and empowered staff interactions. The Assistant Manager must be a proactive team leader capable of effectively solving problems and managing stress in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive and energetic workplace atmosphere. This position requires a hands-on approach, with responsibilities spanning customer service excellence, staff supervision, inventory control, scheduling, safety and sanitation compliance, employee development, and cost management. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with the General Manager and Area Director, supporting the operational vision, quality standards, and workplace culture that drive Flynn Applebee's ongoing success. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $78,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) plans. The Assistant Manager position also requires versatility, encompassing direct involvement in all restaurant positions when necessary, and embracing continuous leadership growth through structured management development programs. Flynn Group values diversity and inclusivity and is committed to providing accommodation and support throughout the hiring process, reflecting its dedication to fostering a positive and collaborative workplace environment.

Job Requirements

At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience
Serve Safe Food certification preferred
Serve Safe Alcohol certification preferred
Ability to work various shifts including weekends
Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 10 hours
Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to read and write for communication
Finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment
Valid driver's license

Job Qualifications

At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience
Serve Safe Food and Serve Safe Alcohol Certifications are a plus

Job Duties

Ensures timely, friendly service according to company guidelines, achieving established objectives of the unit
cultivates a culture in accordance with the Flynn Applebee's Premier Card of our core values and beliefs
ensures the immediate response and correction of all verbal guest complaints to self and staff
ensures guest contact as a priority with completion of required table visits established by Flynn Applebee's standards
maintains departmental inventory levels
ensures product preparation and presentation uncompromisingly meeting company standards by performing line checks
effectively schedules employees to meet sales demands
maintains effective safety and security programs
promotes and leads restaurant organization, cleanliness and sanitation
performs routine maintenance and immediately reports to the General Manager/Area Director of needed repairs
promotes quality recruitment and referrals of potential team member and management candidates
promotes Flynn | Applebee's training procedures for new managers
helps maintain a trained staff through effective use of employment orientation, individual training sessions, employee meetings and implementation of company policy and training systems
participates in the constant development of employees using One-on-One and performance documentation, and contributes to the completion of written evaluations
assesses the efficiency of employees, provides fair feedback on a regular basis, and continuously works with employees on their areas of development
monitors acceptable employee performance and documents situations that require or could lead to disciplinary or corrective action
assures compliance with company policies, practices and procedures
responsible for controlling cost in assigned department
compliance with local, state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines
drives bi-weekly / weekly food and liquor inventories at the AD/GM's request and is accountable for completion
responsible for preparing and submitting accurate daily paperwork
assures sanitation standards meet or exceed Health Department and Flynn Applebee's standards
provides a role model for managers and employees
develops self on all store related technology
must be willing and able to work in all positions and assist in a team member position as needed when in a restaurant. This includes cooking on the line, expo, seating guests, bartending, etc.
uses the Management Development Program for continuous growth of leadership skills and proficiencies