CareerPlan

Area Director

Tennessee, USFull-time$80k–$95k2026-10-21 → 2026-11-11

Core

Overseeing the operations of 5 restaurants to ensure exceptional guest experience, consistent financial performance, and high-performing teams.

Role type

Senior multi-unit restaurant operations leader

Builds

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar locations

Domain

Full-service restaurant / Hospitality

Required skills

Multi-unit leadership, operational excellence, financial management, people development, community engagement, cost controls, sales building, profitability focus, coaching, mentoring

Preferred skills

Servant leadership, growth mindset, business acumen, training and development

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Foster a positive and inclusive culture that inspires teams to deliver exceptional guest service; Ensure operational consistency and adherence to Applebee's brand standards; Train and retain top talent at the manager level; Achieve or exceed financial goals by driving top-line growth and managing controllable expenses; Strengthen community ties by driving involvement in local events and charitable initiatives.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC