About this opportunity
Applebee's lists this General Manager opportunity in waterloo, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Restaurant Manager
Restaurant Management Career | Competitive Salary | Bonus Potential | Benefits | $51K-$75K
Applebee’s is hiringRestaurant Managers to lead restaurant operations, develop team members, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and drive business results.
If you’re an experiencedrestaurant manager, assistant manager, general manager, or hospitality leader looking for an opportunity to grow, Applebee’s offers a structured environment with opportunities for advancement.
Pay & Benefits
$51,000–$75,000/year
Bonus eligibility
Benefits package
Paid time off
Employee meals and discounts
Career advancement opportunities
What You’ll Do
As aRestaurant Manager , you will:
Lead and develop FOH and BOH restaurant teams
Oversee daily restaurant operations
Deliver exceptional guest experiences
Train, coach, and develop team members
Manage staffing and labor
Monitor sales and restaurant performance
Maintain food quality and safety standards
Manage inventory and control costs
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Build a positive and productive restaurant culture
Partner with leadership to achieve business goals
Why Build Your Career at Applebee’s?
Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
Benefits and PTO
Clear career advancement path
Leadership development
Supportive management team
Opportunities across multiple restaurant locations
Employee meals and discounts
Opportunity to build and develop a restaurant team
Our Culture
At Big River Restaurants, we believe our success starts with our people.
Our five values are:
Passion – We have fun while striving for excellence.
Integrity – We do what's right.
Connect – We build strong connections.
Respect – We value different perspectives.
Own It – We take ownership of our actions, impact, and results.
Our team is empowered to succeed, recognized for success, and encouraged to exceed expectations.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary
Bonus opportunities
Health insurance options
Disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Paid leave/PTO
Employee meals and discounts
Leadership development
Career advancement opportunities
Benefits and eligibility may vary based on position and location.
What We’re Looking For
Previous restaurant management or leadership experience preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to coach and develop team members
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Strong guest‑service mindset
Understanding of restaurant operations, labor, food safety, and inventory
Comfortable leading teams across multiple dayparts
Reliable and results‑oriented leadership style
Also known as: Restaurant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, Assistant Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager, AGM, General Manager, Hospitality Manager, Food Service Manager.
About Big River Restaurants
Big River Restaurants owns and operates36 Applebee’s restaurants across the Greater St. Louis and Louisiana areas . Our mission is to empower our people, recognize success, and exceed our own expectations and those of our guests.
Important:
You are applying for employment with a franchisee of Applebee’s, not Applebee’s corporate or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your employer. Franchisees are independent business owners and establish their own wage and benefit programs, which may vary by franchisee and location.
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Worksite address
waterloo, IL, 62298, US
Who can apply
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