Job Description: Job Description
Overview:
Join an Award-Winning Team!
Doherty Enterprises is proud to be named Applebee's 2026 Franchisee of the Year! With over 85 Applebee's restaurants across Long Island, NYC, and New Jersey, we're looking for passionate restaurant leaders to join our team and grow their careers with an award-winning organization.
Great Teams. Great Leaders. Great Opportunities. Your next chapter starts here! Bring your leadership, passion, and drive to the table. Applebee’s is hiring Restaurant Managerswho 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.
What We Offer:
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
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do:
Restaurant & Operational Leadership
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
People & Culture
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
Business & Financial Accountability
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
Community & Brand Engagement
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 apeople-first mindset
Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications a plus (training provided) If you’re ready to lead a neighborhood restaurant, grow your career, and make an impact every day, apply today to become a Restaurant Manager at Applebee’s.