Assistant Manager

Job Title

Operational Manager

Job Description

Based in Pasadena, California, Dine Brands Global, Inc. supports and operates restaurants under the Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar®, IHOP®, and Fuzzy's Taco Shop® brands. As of December 28, 2025, these three brands consisted of over 3,500 restaurants across 20 international markets. Dine Brands is one of the largest full-service restaurant companies in the world and in 2022 expanded into the Fast Casual segment.

Responsibilities:

• Operational Excellence: Maintaining restaurant cleanliness, adhering to safety and security protocols, and ensuring proper food preparation and presentation.
• Guest Experience: Ensuring guests have a positive dining experience by addressing complaints, providing timely and friendly service, and actively engaging with customers.
• Staff Management: Supervising, training, and developing team members to ensure they deliver excellent service and meet Applebee's standards.
• Financial Performance: Assisting with inventory management, cost control, and maximizing profitability.
• Team Leadership: Leading and motivating staff to achieve daily goals, manage schedules, and maintain a positive work environment.
• Employee Development: Recruiting, onboarding, and training new employees, and providing opportunities for growth.
• Communication: Serving as a point of contact for staff, vendors, and other internal teams.

Skills & Requirements:

• 1-2+ years of supervisory experience in casual dining preferred
• Experience teaching and training staff preferred
• Strong personal and professional integrity
• Ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and good judgment
• Passion to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to solve problems on the go
• Passion for hospitality and interacting with guests
• Sense to be "hands on" when needed
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• A passion for food service and providing guests' exceptional service.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, counter height to shoulder height, across the restaurant.

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $42,000-$55,000/per year
• Quarterly Bonus Plan (based on performance)

Benefits:

• 401K Plan
• Health, Dental and Vision Options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement

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