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Kitchen Manager

Applebee's - Lexington (Sharkey Way)
Lexington, KY, US
$54K-$57K a year
Full-time

Applebee’s restaurants nationwide are hiring!

Applebee’s celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive culture and invites like-minded candidates to join a team where hard work opens opportunities and team members get the support they need to succeed.

Benefits / Perks

Bring your talents to a team where you belong. Embark on a career that promotes growth and supports flexible schedules.

  • Competitive compensation we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
  • Competitive benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plan options) to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.
  • Paid Training we aim to set you up for success!
  • Complimentary meals while on duty EATIN’ GOOD IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
  • Enjoy daily pay benefits with our Earned Wage Access app, Rain get your money before payday!
  • Opportunities for advancement and growth within our organization we're excited to embark on this journey with you.
  • All restaurant team members and their children have access to continued education resources and are eligible for the Bill Palmer Legacy Scholarship, a $5,000 annual scholarship that can help feed a lifetime of learning.

Job Summary

As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions. This position will direct the activities of back-of-the-house hourly associates ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, implementing purchasing and cost controls, and following up with corrective action where needed.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year’s experience with Kitchen Management in the Casual Restaurant industry is required.
  • High School Diploma is preferred.
  • Current alcohol and food certification that meets state requirements is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of team leadership and positive conflict resolution.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to withstand comfortably the physical demands a restaurant environment holds.

Company Overview

Sun Holdings, founded in 1997, is a premier provider of management services to franchise ownership teams across popular U.

S. restaurant brands, including Applebee's, Arby's, Burger King, Freebirds, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, and Taco Bueno.

With a portfolio of over 1,000 franchises, we are the second-largest franchisee organization in the U.S. We were awarded one of 2024 America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek magazine! Sun Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sun Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

This franchise is independently owned and operated by Sun Holdings. Your application will go directly to Sun Holdings, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this location.

All inquiries about employment at this location should be made directly to Sun Holdings, and not to Applebee's Corporate.

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