People-First Restaurant Leader | Lead Teams & Grow

Doherty Enterprises, Inc.; Butler (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus opportunity

Health care benefits (medical, dental,

Vision, FSA)

Flexible scheduling to support work‑l‑

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Paid, on-the-job leadership training

Dining perks across all our brands

Discounts with partner brands (Verizon

WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee<br>

Job summary

Applebee’s is hiring Restaurant Managers in Butler, New Jersey who are ready to lead teams, grow a business, and create a neighborhood restaurant where guests and team members feel at home. As a manager, you’ll drive guest satisfaction, food quality, and service excellence.

Whether you’re an experienced Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager, or Kitchen Manager, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a brand rooted in community, teamwork, and opportunity.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• People-first mindset and hospitality focus.
• 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.
• Represent Applebee’s in the local community.
• Support local restaurant marketing and promotions.
• Build strong relationships with guests, vendors, and team members.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

People-first mindset

Fast-paced

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Applebee’s is hiring Restaurant Managers in Butler, New Jersey who are ready to lead teams, grow a business, and create a neighborhood restaurant where guests and team members feel at home. As a manager, you’ll drive guest satisfaction, food quality, and service excellence.

Whether you’re an experienced Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager, or Kitchen Manager, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a brand rooted in community, teamwork, and opportunity.