Restaurant Manager-Coon Rapids-2190024

Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn in 1999, began its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee's restaurants. Over the past two decades, Flynn Group has expanded by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators to become the world's largest Applebee's franchisee. With a solid foundation and a commitment to excellence, Flynn Group now operates over 460 Applebee's locations across 24 states, establishing a significant presence in the restaurant industry. Flynn Applebee's is one of seven premier brands under the Flynn Group umbrella, which also includes iconic brands such as Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. This diversified portfolio reflects Flynn Group's dedication to becoming the premier operator within each brand by focusing on core values: Care Genuinely for People, Play like a Champion, and Win as One.

The Assistant Manager position at Flynn Applebee's presents a dynamic opportunity to be intimately involved in all facets of day-to-day restaurant operations. This role is critical to ensuring that both guests and staff have passionate and engaging experiences every day. The Assistant Manager acts as a team leader, problem solver, and stress handler, maintaining composure and driving operational success under pressure. This role requires someone who can work hard while fostering a positive and energetic environment for the team and guests alike.

Responsibilities include ensuring timely, friendly service consistent with company guidelines and achieving the restaurant's established objectives. There is a strong emphasis on cultivating a culture aligned with Flynn Applebee's core values, responding swiftly and effectively to guest complaints, and prioritizing guest engagement through required table visits. The Assistant Manager is also responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels, ensuring food quality and presentation meet company standards, and effectively scheduling employees to meet sales demands. Additional duties include overseeing safety and security programs, promoting cleanliness and sanitation, managing routine maintenance reporting, supporting recruitment and management training, and continually developing staff through coaching and performance evaluations. The role also involves active participation in compliance with company policies and legal regulations, cost control, and maintaining accurate operational paperwork.

Physical requirements for this job include the ability to work various shifts, including weekends, stand and move for up to ten hours, safely lift items up to 50 pounds, and communicate effectively. The job also requires flexibility to work in various positions within the restaurant as needed, including cooking, bartending, seating guests, and more. The compensation for this full-time role ranges from $60,000 to $75,000 per year, with a $3000 hiring bonus unique to this location paid in two installments. Additional benefits include 401(k) with matching, dental, health, and vision insurance, employee discounts, a flexible schedule, paid time off, and paid training.

Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusivity, and providing accommodations throughout the application process. Individuals passionate about leadership in a fast-paced restaurant environment will find this role both rewarding and challenging, offering opportunities for growth through the company’s Management Development Program.