Restaurant Manager: Lead Teams, Grow Sales & Service

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

Health benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Leadership training

Dining perks

Partner discounts

Career growth

Employee assistance

Job summary

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Linden, NJ is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead the team, drive guest satisfaction, and grow the business in a neighborhood setting.

As a manager, you will hire and develop staff, manage operations, control costs, and ensure compliance with safety standards while delivering on brand promises.

We offer robust benefits, bonus potential, and real opportunities for advancement within a brand rooted in community and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications a plus (training provided)

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, creating a positive, inclusive, and motivating work environment.
• Empower supervisors and team members to grow, succeed, and advance.
• Model professionalism, integrity, and hospitality at all times.
• Manage labor, food costs, and controllable expenses.
• Protect company assets and ensure proper cash handling and inventory controls.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

People-first mindset

Job description

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Linden, NJ is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead the team, drive guest satisfaction, and grow the business in a neighborhood setting.

As a manager, you will hire and develop staff, manage operations, control costs, and ensure compliance with safety standards while delivering on brand promises.

We offer robust benefits, bonus potential, and real opportunities for advancement within a brand rooted in community and teamwork.