Assistant Manager

Applebee's; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

HSA

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid training

Early wage access

Employee discounts

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

IHOP in Columbia, SC is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the Restaurant Manager in profitable daily operations and guest satisfaction. You will help manage costs, staff performance, and overall restaurant standards to maximize profits.

Ideal candidates have restaurant experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills. This role offers paid training, advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of casual restaurant experience.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Proficiency with POS systems.
• Current alcohol and food certifications per state requirements preferred.
• Strong team leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Able to withstand the physical demands of a restaurant environment.
• Competitive benefits (401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options).
• Paid training provided.
• Early wage access available.
• Employee discounts offered.
• Opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist Restaurant Manager in profitable operations per Company procedures.
• Support cost control and financial performance.
• Ensure excellent customer service and restaurant appearance.
• Drive sales and maximize profits while maintaining standards.
• Develop and mentor team members for growth.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Team coordination

Training & development

Tools

POS systems

Job description

When you work for IHOP restaurants, we encourage you to “Be the pancake you wish to see in the world!” Being a team member allows you to be more than just a traditional employee. You help create smiles for the future.

Job Description

As the Assistant Manager, you will assist the Restaurant Manager in operating the restaurant profitably within the established practices and procedures of Company Operations. This position is responsible for cost control, customer service, restaurant and employee appearance, building sales, maximizing profits, and employee development.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year’s experience in the Casual Restaurant industry is required.
• A High School Diploma is preferred.
• Proficiency in POS systems.
• Current alcohol and food certifications that meet state requirements are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of team leadership and positive conflict resolution.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to withstand the physical demands a restaurant environment holds.
• Recognition and growth- we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
• Competitive benefits (401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plan options) – to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.
• Paid Training – we aim to set you up for success!
• Early Wage Access– Access your earnings before payday
• Company discounts – MAKE IT A ROUTINE AND SAVE!
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within our organization – we're excited to embark on this journey with you.