Kitchen Manager jobs in Lebanon, PA

Position Summary:

There's No Place Like The Neighborhood!

It's a whole new Neighborhood and a new career for you at Applebee's. Put your passion for service, commitment to excellence and unrelenting drive for success to work for one of the most successful restaurant chains in the industry. An exciting opportunity currently exists to join our team as a Restaurant Manager.

Nobody Brings Neighbors Together Like Applebee's!

At Applebee's, our heart and soul belongs to the Neighbors we serve. It is our mission to make a difference in each of the neighborhoods in which we do business. Our managers and team members play a vital role in their communities. Whether it is sponsoring a charity event, volunteering, teaching children about the restaurant business or any of the other countless ways our teams are involved, the Applebee's team makes significant impact on the lives and well-being of our neighbors.

Key Responsibilities:

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the kitchen of the restaurant, including but not limited to, directing the activities of hourly employees, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, friendly efficient guest service and all administrative and accounting duties are done according to company policy. Food Cost and back of house Labor Management will be prime responsibilities as well. The Kitchen Manager will work mostly in the Back of the House, primarily during the daylight shift, but will at times have overall responsibility for the entire building. This position requires successful previous kitchen management experience, preferably in a casual dining restaurant environment. This position requires you to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to 12 hours in length and be able to lift 25-50 pounds.

Qualifications:

• At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience

• A degree in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is a preferred

• Serve Safe Food Certification also a plus

Benefits:

Along with an inclusive environment and great advancement opportunities, we offer a banquet of benefits that will protect your health, ensure your future and provide the tools you need to succeed at work and in life.

• Competitive Pay
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunity
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance for you and your family
• Paid Time Off

Compensation:

Competitive salary based on experience.

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the kitchen of the restaurant, including but not limited to, directing the activities of hourly employees, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, friendly efficient guest service and all administrative and accounting duties are done according to company policy. Food Cost and back of house Labor Management will be prime responsibilities as well. The Kitchen Manager will work mostly in the Back of the House, primarily during the daylight shift, but will at times have overall responsibility for the entire building. This position requires successful previous kitchen management experience, preferably in a casual dining restaurant environment. This position requires you to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to 12 hours in length and be able to lift 25-50 pounds.