Applebee's Restaurant Manager Broadway NYC

About the role

Bring your leadership, passion, and drive to the table. Applebee’s is hiring Restaurant Managers who are ready to lead teams, grow a business, and create a neighborhood restaurant where guests and team members feel at home. Whether you’re an experienced Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager, or Kitchen Manager, this is an opportunity to build a long‑term career with a brand rooted in community, teamwork, and opportunity. At Applebee’s, our managers don’t just run restaurants—they lead people, drive results, and set the tone for unforgettable guest experiences.

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.
• Support financial goals through strong execution, planning, and follow‑through.
• Protect company assets and ensure proper cash handling and inventory controls.
• Represent Applebee’s in the local community.
• Support local restaurant marketing and promotions.
• Build strong relationships with guests, vendors, and team members.

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.
• Ability to lead in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications a plus (training provided).

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Quarterly bonus opportunity
• Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA)
• Flexible scheduling to support work‑life balance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid, on‑the‑job leadership training
• Dining perks across all our brands
• Discounts with partner brands (Verizon, Dell, gyms, and more)
• Real advancement and long‑term career growth opportunities
• WOW‑a‑Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program