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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    3 hours ago
    $59498–$80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Kearny

    Position & Perks: 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. 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, • 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.

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    5 hours ago
    $80000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Midtown West, Manhattan

    The PM Restaurant Manager for ARVA Italian Restaurant with FB 575 LLC will oversee and maintain all aspects of operation in the dining room while exceeding guests' expectations for quality of the product and service. The Restaurant Manager ensures that all policies procedures and standard operating procedures are effectively maintained at an optimum level. This position has an annual salary of $80,000 - $85,000. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: • Satisfy guest needs and exceed their expectations by projecting a positive image through proper grooming, appropriate verbal communication, and taking responsibility of guest needs, • Run daily line-up and communicate pertinent information to the Food and Beverage staff, • Train, evaluate, and schedule all restaurant staff, • Perform administrative duties such as, but not limited to, scheduling, payroll, and inventory, • Inspects all areas of the restaurant to ensure standards of service are maintained, • Handle guest complaints or questions in a professional manor, • Be aware of each and every table in the dining room, making sure that no table is left unattended for an unnecessary length of time • Inform the kitchen of any special requests or needs • Record and pass on useful information to the host/hostess such as special occasions, etc. • Communicate all guest information/changes to existing information to appropriate hotel colleagues in an accurate and timely manner, • Enforce established guidelines and policies of the company, • Implement new menus and promotions such as holiday and special event promotions, • Provide instruction and/or guidance for guest and employee safety in fire or other emergency situations, • Attend all meetings and trainings assigned, • Prepare and print menus as required, • Assist in computing and sending daily reports, • Greet all guests, colleagues and clients in a professional and friendly manner, • Handle all enquiries and bookings for the restaurant in an efficient manner in order to maximize sales, • Support the leadership team in the development and training of all team members, • Coach and mentor individual team members to develop their skills and maximize performance, • Motivate and be proactive in encouraging team commitment and spirit, • Ensure appearance of team members is according to company grooming standards, • Share ideas, best practices and problems with the team and encourage their input in helping make decisions where possible, • Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by management QUALIFICATIONS • 5 years' experience in a luxury hotel environment or similar role in restaurants or food and beverage, • Must have open availability and be able to work weekends, • Positive, engaging, and energetic personality, • Able to be organized, manage time wisely and work with little to no direct supervision, • Very high attention to detail and extensive service knowledge, • Must have good knowledge of food preparation, wine, and spirits, • Sensitive to cultural nuances, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal on English, • Able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, fast paced environment, • Excellent people skills and the ability to work under pressure and with various stakeholders, • Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance as per company policies, • Ability to stand for extended periods of time, • Multi-lingual is a plus, • TIPS, ServSafe Certified, • Department of Health and Hygiene Certified

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  • Chef / Cook
    Chef / Cook
    5 days ago
    $17–$18 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Line Cook (Chopped Cheese Concept) – Part-Time We’re looking for a reliable, fast, and detail-oriented Line Cook to assist our main cook during high-volume shifts. This role is critical to maintaining consistency, speed, and quality—especially during our busiest days. Schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday – Morning shifts Monday – Full day (Exact hours to be discussed) Responsibilities: Assist the main cook with preparing and executing orders on the flat top Cook and assemble chopped cheese sandwiches with precision and consistency Manage prep tasks (portioning meat, slicing onions, stocking line) Maintain clean and organized workstation at all times Support speed of service without sacrificing quality Help with opening prep and Monday full-day operations Follow food safety and sanitation standards What We’re Looking For: Experience on a flat top or grill (burger/chopped/cheesesteak experience is a plus) Ability to work fast under pressure during rushes Strong attention to detail—every sandwich must come out right Team player mindset—communication with main cook is key Reliable, punctual, and takes pride in their work Bonus if you: Have NYC deli, burger, or cheesesteak experience Understand high-volume service flow Care about food quality as much as speed What You Get: Consistent weekly schedule Fast-paced, energetic work environment Opportunity to grow as we expand Be part of building a top-tier chopped cheese spot

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