Restaurant Operations Leader

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Manager to assist the General Manager in directing daily restaurant operations. You will ensure guest satisfaction, staff development, and adherence to company standards across service, food prep, and financial controls.

The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, training, and maintaining operational excellence in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Multitasking in a fast‑paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to manage staff performance and development.
• Experience in recruitment, training and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Directs overall activities and performance of TEAM Members on a shift by shift basis.
• Maintains inventory levels and ensures compliance with company standards.
• Communicates with management daily through logs and meetings.
• Develops staff through training, evaluations and coaching.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Stress tolerance

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Management training completed

Job description

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Manager to assist the General Manager in directing daily restaurant operations. You will ensure guest satisfaction, staff development, and adherence to company standards across service, food prep, and financial controls.

The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, training, and maintaining operational excellence in a high-volume setting.