Kitchen Manager

Applebee's; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

HSA

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid training

Early wage access

Company discounts

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Applebee's is hiring a Kitchen Manager to oversee the back-of-house operations. You will direct hourly staff, uphold cleanliness and sanitation, and implement purchasing and cost controls to drive profitability.

Ideal candidates bring at least 1 year of kitchen management experience in casual dining, strong leadership and communication skills, and the stamina to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Applebee's offers competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of kitchen management experience in casual dining.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Current alcohol and food certifications meeting state requirements preferred.
• Strong team leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a restaurant.
• Competitive benefits - 401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid training.
• Early wage access.
• Company discounts.
• Opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Direct back-of-house hourly staff and ensure cleanliness.
• Implement purchasing and cost controls.
• Follow up with corrective action as needed.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Conflict resolution

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Applebee’s restaurants nationwide are hiring!

Applebee’s celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive culture and invites like-minded candidates to join a team where hard work opens opportunities and team members get the support they need to succeed.

We take pride in our teams!

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Job Description

As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions. This position will direct the activities of back-of-the-house hourly associates, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, implementing purchasing and cost controls, and following up with corrective action where needed.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year’s experience with Kitchen Management in the Casual Restaurant industry is required.
• A High School Diploma is preferred.
• 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.