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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    1 day 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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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    1 month ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    Hackensack

    We are looking for an experienced culinary professional to oversee all kitchen operations, maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Must lead by example — inspiring the team, maintaining top-tier standards, and driving the kitchen toward culinary excellence. Every member of the Culinary Team plays a vital role in bringing Cigarro’s vision and standards to life. Together, we strive to create an unforgettable dining experience built on excellence, consistency, and passion for our craft. Each Cook is entrusted with delivering the highest quality food and service, every time. This means embracing daily operational standards, mastering company recipes, and presenting each dish with precision, pride, and care — always in harmony with Cigarro’s commitment to excellence. Our goal is to prepare and serve food that reflects the menu, meets guest preferences, and fulfills management’s direction — always in a clean, safe, and timely manner. Every team member is expected to maintain a spotless work area, uphold the highest standards of food safety, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to every shift. By working together and supporting one another, we ensure that every dish we serve not only meets but exceeds our guests’ expectations. Follow directions and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and managers. Follow proper payroll and uniform procedures. Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly in the kitchen. Utilize the computer system and read all orders. Prepare and present on a timely basis all foods for meal service. Handle all types of food and rotate it in accordance with established procedures. Work closely with standard recipes and plate presentation in order to maintain standards of quality in production and presentation. Ensure a clean, neat, and organized work area. Ability to work flexible hours. Cook a wide variety of foods with all modern and classical cooking techniques. Ability to work with cutlery in a proficient, safe, and swift manner. Knowledge, Experience, and Skills High School Diploma or Equivalent Two-year degree or Apprenticeship Ability to read, write and communicate verbally in English. Current and up-to-date sanitation classes Minimum of one year in fine dining food preparation Physical Requirements Stand/Walk 8 – 12 hours a day Work standing for up to ten hours in a kitchen environment. Ability to stand and work continuously in confined spaces for long periods of time Possess sufficient dexterity to use all kitchen equipment Ability to lift, bend, stoop, walk, push, and pull heavy equipment for long periods of time Ability to perform all duties in extreme temperature ranges Job Type: Full-time

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