People-First Restaurant Manager | Lead Teams & Growth

Doherty Enterprises; Milltown (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus opportunity

Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA)

Flexible scheduling

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Paid leadership training

Dining perks

Discounts with partner brands

Job summary

Doherty Enterprises is seeking a Restaurant Manager for Applebee's in Milltown, NJ. In this role, you'll lead a team, ensuring excellent guest experiences while achieving operational goals. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing costs, and fostering community engagement. You'll need 1–3+ years in restaurant management, strong leadership skills, and a passion for the food service industry. Benefits include competitive pay, health care, and advancement opportunities.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day restaurant operations focused on guest satisfaction.
• Drive sales, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Manage labor, food costs, and controllable expenses.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Doherty Enterprises is seeking a Restaurant Manager for Applebee's in Milltown, NJ. In this role, you'll lead a team, ensuring excellent guest experiences while achieving operational goals. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing costs, and fostering community engagement. You'll need 1–3+ years in restaurant management, strong leadership skills, and a passion for the food service industry. Benefits include competitive pay, health care, and advancement opportunities.