Restaurant Manager: Lead People, Drive Growth, Flexible Hours

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Lake Mohegan (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; 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 brands

Discounts with partner brands (Verizon

Del, gyms, and more)

Real advancement and long-term career

WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee Ass

Job summary

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a neighborhood restaurant, grow the business, and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You’ll guide teams, drive results, and uphold brand standards in a collaborative, community-focused environment.

Join a brand that values leadership development, on-the-job training, and meaningful career advancement with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Passion for hospitality 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 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 policies.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Represent Applebee’s in the local community and support marketing efforts.
• Manage labor, food costs, and controllable expenses.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Job description

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a neighborhood restaurant, grow the business, and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You’ll guide teams, drive results, and uphold brand standards in a collaborative, community-focused environment.

Join a brand that values leadership development, on-the-job training, and meaningful career advancement with competitive compensation and benefits.