Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar
Assistant Manager
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, Mankato, Minnesota, United States, 56006
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Assistant Manager
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Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar .
Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn, began its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee’s restaurants in 1999 and has since grown to the largest Applebee’s franchisee in the world, operating over 460 Applebee’s restaurants in 24 states. Flynn Group also owns and operates other well‑known brands such as Arby’s, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy’s and Planet Fitness.
Position Description As an Applebee's® Assistant Manager, you will be engaged in all aspects of day‑to‑day operations at the restaurant. You are responsible for ensuring guests and staff are passionate about their experience every day. You will be a team leader, an excellent problem solver, and able to handle stress while maintaining a positive, high‑energy environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure timely, friendly service in accordance with company guidelines and achieve established objectives of the unit.
Cultivate a culture in accordance with Flynn Applebee’s core values and beliefs.
Respond promptly and correct verbal guest complaints for both guests and staff.
Prioritize guest contact and complete required table visits as established by Flynn Applebee’s standards.
Maintain departmental inventory levels.
Ensure product preparation and presentation meets company standards by performing line checks.
Effectively schedule employees to meet sales demands.
Maintain effective safety and security programs.
Promote and lead restaurant organization, cleanliness, and sanitation.
Perform routine maintenance and report needed repairs to the General Manager/Area Director.
Promote quality recruitment and referrals of potential team members and management candidates.
Promote Flynn Applebee’s training procedures for new managers.
Help maintain a trained staff through employment orientation, individual training sessions, employee meetings and the implementation of company policy and training systems.
Participate in the continuous development of employees using one‑on‑one coaching and performance documentation, and contribute to written evaluations.
Assess employee efficiency, provide fair feedback regularly, and work continuously with employees on development areas.
Monitor acceptable employee performance and document situations requiring disciplinary or corrective action.
Ensure compliance with company policies, practices, and procedures.
Control costs in the assigned department.
Comply with local, state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines.
Drive bi‑weekly and weekly food and liquor inventories at the request of the AD/GM and ensure completion.
Prepare and submit accurate daily paperwork.
Ensure sanitation standards meet or exceed Health Department and Flynn Applebee’s standards.
Provide a role model for managers and employees.
Develop proficiency with all store‑related technology.
Be willing and able to work in all positions and assist in a team member position as needed, including cooking on the line, expo, seating guests, bartending, etc.
Use the Management Development Program for continuous growth of leadership skills and proficiencies.
Education and Experience
At least 2–3 years of restaurant management experience.
Serve Safe Food and Serve Safe Alcohol certifications are a plus.
Compensation $15.38 to $26.44 per hour, approximately $44,850 to $68,500 annually based on a 50‑hour work week. Potential for monthly bonus, where applicable by location.
Physical Standards
Work various shifts, including weekends.
Stand and move well‑paced for up to ten (10) hours.
Safely lift pots, pans, glassware, boxes, etc. up to 50 pounds.
Read and write to facilitate communication.
Possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.
Legal Statements Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please let us know. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our premier team!
For a copy of Flynn Group’s Workplace Privacy Notice, please visit https://flynn.com/privacy-policy/.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Other. Industries: Restaurants.
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Assistant Manager
role at
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar .
Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn, began its journey with the acquisition of 8 Applebee’s restaurants in 1999 and has since grown to the largest Applebee’s franchisee in the world, operating over 460 Applebee’s restaurants in 24 states. Flynn Group also owns and operates other well‑known brands such as Arby’s, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy’s and Planet Fitness.
Position Description As an Applebee's® Assistant Manager, you will be engaged in all aspects of day‑to‑day operations at the restaurant. You are responsible for ensuring guests and staff are passionate about their experience every day. You will be a team leader, an excellent problem solver, and able to handle stress while maintaining a positive, high‑energy environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure timely, friendly service in accordance with company guidelines and achieve established objectives of the unit.
Cultivate a culture in accordance with Flynn Applebee’s core values and beliefs.
Respond promptly and correct verbal guest complaints for both guests and staff.
Prioritize guest contact and complete required table visits as established by Flynn Applebee’s standards.
Maintain departmental inventory levels.
Ensure product preparation and presentation meets company standards by performing line checks.
Effectively schedule employees to meet sales demands.
Maintain effective safety and security programs.
Promote and lead restaurant organization, cleanliness, and sanitation.
Perform routine maintenance and report needed repairs to the General Manager/Area Director.
Promote quality recruitment and referrals of potential team members and management candidates.
Promote Flynn Applebee’s training procedures for new managers.
Help maintain a trained staff through employment orientation, individual training sessions, employee meetings and the implementation of company policy and training systems.
Participate in the continuous development of employees using one‑on‑one coaching and performance documentation, and contribute to written evaluations.
Assess employee efficiency, provide fair feedback regularly, and work continuously with employees on development areas.
Monitor acceptable employee performance and document situations requiring disciplinary or corrective action.
Ensure compliance with company policies, practices, and procedures.
Control costs in the assigned department.
Comply with local, state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines.
Drive bi‑weekly and weekly food and liquor inventories at the request of the AD/GM and ensure completion.
Prepare and submit accurate daily paperwork.
Ensure sanitation standards meet or exceed Health Department and Flynn Applebee’s standards.
Provide a role model for managers and employees.
Develop proficiency with all store‑related technology.
Be willing and able to work in all positions and assist in a team member position as needed, including cooking on the line, expo, seating guests, bartending, etc.
Use the Management Development Program for continuous growth of leadership skills and proficiencies.
Education and Experience
At least 2–3 years of restaurant management experience.
Serve Safe Food and Serve Safe Alcohol certifications are a plus.
Compensation $15.38 to $26.44 per hour, approximately $44,850 to $68,500 annually based on a 50‑hour work week. Potential for monthly bonus, where applicable by location.
Physical Standards
Work various shifts, including weekends.
Stand and move well‑paced for up to ten (10) hours.
Safely lift pots, pans, glassware, boxes, etc. up to 50 pounds.
Read and write to facilitate communication.
Possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.
Legal Statements Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please let us know. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our premier team!
For a copy of Flynn Group’s Workplace Privacy Notice, please visit https://flynn.com/privacy-policy/.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Other. Industries: Restaurants.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar by 2x.
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