Restaurant Team Lead: Guest Experience & Growth

Applebee's; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan

Health, Dental and Vision Options

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement

Job summary

Applebee's in Clearwater, FL is seeking a supervisory leader to oversee daily operations, maintain safety and quality, and ensure a high-quality guest experience. You will guide a team, enforce standards, and collaborate with management to meet performance goals.

The role requires 1-2+ years of supervisory experience in casual dining, with a hands-on, guest-focused approach and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of supervisory experience in casual dining preferred.
• Experience teaching and training staff preferred.
• Strong personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Passion for hospitality and guest interaction.
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Hands-on approach when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence: maintaining restaurant cleanliness, safety, and food quality.
• Guest Experience: ensuring a positive dining experience and addressing guest concerns.
• Staff Management: supervising, training, and developing team members.
• Financial Performance: assisting with inventory, cost control, and profitability.
• Team Leadership: motivating staff, managing schedules, and fostering a positive environment.
• Employee Development: recruiting, onboarding, and training new employees.
• Communication: serving as a liaison among staff, vendors, and internal teams.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff training

Integrity & discretion

Guest service excellence

Problem solving

Flexible availability

Team leadership

Physical stamina

Job description

Applebee's in Clearwater, FL is seeking a supervisory leader to oversee daily operations, maintain safety and quality, and ensure a high-quality guest experience. You will guide a team, enforce standards, and collaborate with management to meet performance goals.

The role requires 1-2+ years of supervisory experience in casual dining, with a hands-on, guest-focused approach and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.