Restaurant Operations Lead

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Menifee (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Flynn Applebee's is seeking an Assistant Manager to oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, lead a team, and ensure guest satisfaction. The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and maintaining brand standards across service, safety, and cost control.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in restaurant management, with Serve Safe certifications as a plus. Expect a dynamic, fast-paced environment and opportunities for growth within a premier brand.

Qualifications

• At least 2–3 years restaurant management experience.
• Serve Safe Food Certification and Serve Safe Alcohol Certification are pluses.

Responsibilities

• Ensures timely, friendly service according to company guidelines.
• Cultivates a culture aligned with Flynn Applebee's core values.
• Manages staffing to meet sales demands and maintain operations.
• Maintains inventory levels and ensures safety and sanitation standards.
• Keeps daily paperwork accurate and completes reports as required.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Customer service

Operations management

Scheduling

Inventory control

Compliance

Education

Serve Safe Food Certification

Serve Safe Alcohol Certification

Job description

Flynn Applebee's is seeking an Assistant Manager to oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, lead a team, and ensure guest satisfaction. The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and maintaining brand standards across service, safety, and cost control.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in restaurant management, with Serve Safe certifications as a plus. Expect a dynamic, fast-paced environment and opportunities for growth within a premier brand.