Restaurant Assistant Manager - Lead Hospitality & Growth

Flynn Group; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance

Job summary

Flynn Applebee’s, part of Flynn Group, is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations and a guest‑focused team. You will enforce brand standards, coach staff, and ensure quality, sanitation, and safety across shifts.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of restaurant management, ServSafe certifications preferred, and a passion for guest service and team development. Attractive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of restaurant management experience required.
• Serve Safe Food & Serve Safe Alcohol certifications (preferred).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to excellent guest service and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver friendly, timely guest service aligned with brand standards.
• Foster a positive culture rooted in Flynn Applebee’s values.
• Respond quickly to guest concerns and ensure positive resolutions.
• Engage guests through required table visits and ongoing interaction.
• Maintain product quality through line checks and operational evaluations.
• Schedule team members effectively to meet business demands.
• Ensure strong sanitation, safety, and security practices.
• Maintain restaurant organization and cleanliness.
• Support maintenance needs and partner with leadership on repairs.
• Recruit and refer high-quality team members and managers.
• Support training procedures for all new hires and new managers.
• Coach, develop, and document team performance.
• Monitor staff efficiency and provide consistent feedback.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Manage departmental costs and assist with inventory processes.
• Complete accurate daily administrative paperwork.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Guest service

Scheduling

Education

Restaurant management experience

Job description

Flynn Applebee’s, part of Flynn Group, is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations and a guest‑focused team. You will enforce brand standards, coach staff, and ensure quality, sanitation, and safety across shifts.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of restaurant management, ServSafe certifications preferred, and a passion for guest service and team development. Attractive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.