Neighborhood Restaurant Manager - Lead, Grow & Excel

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

Health care benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Paid, on-the-job leadership training

Dining perks across all our brands

Discounts with partner brands

Real advancement and long-term career"

Job summary

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in New Jersey invites experienced leaders to join as Restaurant Managers who will guide teams, boost guest satisfaction, and drive daily operations.

You’ll oversee guest experiences, uphold food quality and service standards, and mentor supervisors while building a welcoming neighborhood environment.

This role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for long-term growth within a brand built on community and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Passion for the food service industry with a people-first mindset.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications a plus (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day restaurant operations with a focus on guest satisfaction, food quality, and service excellence
• Drive sales, profitability, and operational efficiency in a high-volume environment
• Ensure adherence to Applebee’s systems, standards, and company policies
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and alcohol service regulations
• Hire, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams
• Lead with a people-first mindset, creating a positive, inclusive, and motivating work environment
• Empower supervisors and team members to grow, succeed, and advance
• Model professionalism, integrity, and hospitality at all times
• Manage labor, food costs, and controllable expenses
• Support financial goals through strong execution, planning, and follow-through
• Represent Applebee’s in the local community and support marketing efforts
• Build strong relationships with guests, vendors, and team members

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Guest service

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in New Jersey invites experienced leaders to join as Restaurant Managers who will guide teams, boost guest satisfaction, and drive daily operations.

You’ll oversee guest experiences, uphold food quality and service standards, and mentor supervisors while building a welcoming neighborhood environment.

This role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for long-term growth within a brand built on community and teamwork.