Restaurant GM: Lead Growth, Culture & Guest Experience

Applebee's; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

HSA

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Training

Early Wage Access

Company discounts

Job summary

The General Manager (GM) is the strategic and operational leader of the restaurant, responsible for driving overall performance, profitability, and guest satisfaction.

This role oversees all day‑to‑day operations, leads a high‑performing management team, ensures food‑safety and operational compliance, and cultivates a positive culture that supports team development, engagement, and consistent execution of brand standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of foodservice management experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• ServeSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operation of the restaurant to meet sales and profit objectives.
• Maintain highest standards of food quality, service, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation.
• Develop and mentor managers and team members to deliver memorable experiences.

Skills

Foodservice management

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The General Manager (GM) is the strategic and operational leader of the restaurant, responsible for driving overall performance, profitability, and guest satisfaction.

This role oversees all day‑to‑day operations, leads a high‑performing management team, ensures food‑safety and operational compliance, and cultivates a positive culture that supports team development, engagement, and consistent execution of brand standards.