General Manager

Applebee's Services Inc

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Griffin, GA Until 9/12/2026 3+ years exp First posted July 14, 2026 Last posted July 14, 2026
Job description
1647 North Expressway
Griffin, GA 30223


Based in Pasadena, California, Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), through its subsidiaries and franchisees, 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. For more information on Dine Brands, visit the Company’s website located at www.dinebrands.com.

Who are we?

We celebrate success as we passionately nurture (and grow) the world’s most beloved restaurant brands. We are innovators that embrace new ideas & creativity. We value commitment and take personal accountability for our actions.  We value openness, authenticity, and foster a collaborative, creative environment that believes we will go farther, together.  

Responsibilities:

  • Operational Management: Manage the daily operations of the restaurant, including front and back of house, to ensure smooth and efficient service. Follow up on all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner.
  • Guest Experience: Provide exceptional customer service, address guest concerns, and ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Team Management: Recruit, hire, train, and supervise associates, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
  • Financial Performance: Monitor and manage budgets, maintain inventory levels, and ensure compliance with financial procedures. Achieve sales and profit target while managing control cost.
  • Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, food safety standards, and government regulations. Knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action for any violations of company policies, rules, and procedures.
  • Quality Control: Maintain high standards for food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency and quality.
  • Safety and Security: Maintain effective safety and security programs, addressing any unsafe practices or conditions.
  • Performance Management: Assess and evaluate associate performance, provide feedback and coaching, and develop action plans for improvement. Participate in Manager in Training (MIT) program for franchisee trainees.
  • Communication: Communicate effectively with managers, associates, and guests.
  • Goal Setting: Develop and implement strategies to achieve sales and profit objectives.

Skills & Requirements:

  • 2-3+ years of previous management experience in casual dining preferred
  • 5+ years of full-service restaurant management experience preferred
  • Experience teaching and training staff
  • Servsafe or food safety certification preferred.
  • Ensure product preparation and presentation meet company standards.
  • Effectively schedule associates to meet sales demands
  • Promote quality recruitment and referrals
  • Develop an environment of constant development for managers.
  • Assess the effectiveness of associates
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and good judgment
  • Ability to develop self on all store related technology
  • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • A passion for food service and providing guests’ exceptional service.
  • May require up to 10% travel.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, counter height to shoulder height, across the restaurant.

Compensation:

  • Salary Range: $57,000-$70,000/per year
  • Quarterly Bonus Plan (based on performance)

Benefits:

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dine Brands Global strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act and/or other applicable laws and regulations in other jurisdictions.

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About this role

Summary

Manage daily restaurant operations, ensure guest satisfaction, lead staff, and meet financial targets.

Job title

General Manager

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

foodservice

Location requirements

Based in Pasadena, California, or remote work allowed.

Salary

$57k–$70k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

managementcustomer serviceteam leadershipfood safety

Preferred skills

trainingcommunicationleadership

Specializations

operationsfood safetyteam managementcustomer service
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

California, USA

Remote State

Griffin, GA, USA

On-site City