Restaurant Manager — Lead Teams, Drive Sales & Guest Experience

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

Health care benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Paid, on-the-job leadership training

Dining perks across brands

Discounts with partner brands

Career advancement opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead day‑to‑day operations, ensuring guest satisfaction and top‑notch food quality. You’ll drive sales, control costs, and enforce standards while mentoring a diverse team in a fast‑paced setting.

You’ll empower supervisors and staff, foster a positive culture, and represent the brand in the local community. Growth opportunities and leadership training are provided as part of our commitment to long‑term careers.

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 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.
• Lead with a people-first mindset to create a positive, inclusive work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Guest satisfaction

High‑volume operations

Education

ServSafe Certification (Food & Alcohol)

Job description

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead day‑to‑day operations, ensuring guest satisfaction and top‑notch food quality. You’ll drive sales, control costs, and enforce standards while mentoring a diverse team in a fast‑paced setting.

You’ll empower supervisors and staff, foster a positive culture, and represent the brand in the local community. Growth opportunities and leadership training are provided as part of our commitment to long‑term careers.