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Concept Development Analyst (Automated Concepts)

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Overview In the role of Concept Development Analyst (CDA) within our CCV business unit, you will ... senior leaders, providing coding guidance, analytical insights, and validation to inform model ...

Senior Restaurant Manager

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

If you are passionate about the guest experience and development of the team its time to take your ... Here's What We'll Bring To The Table for Senior Restaurant Manager: * Competitive Salary: $80,000 ...

Senior Restaurant Manager

Lexington, KY

$62K - $72K/yr

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Grimaldi's is hiring a Senior Restaurant Manager In the world of pizza, Grimaldi's is an ... We recruit, hire and train strong, self-disciplined leaders who are committed to our concept and ...

Restaurant General Manager

Danville, IL · On-site

$52K - $71K/yr

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Applebee's (APP) is a well established, full service restaurant concept that has growth ... As the senior restaurant leader, you will run the full operations manager / Managing Partner ...

Restaurant General Manager

Kyle, TX

$70K - $75K/yr

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Leadership Development Program * Quarterly Outings We are an Equal Opportunity / Verify Employer ... Tony C's Pizza & Beer Garden is a full service restaurant concept that has growth opportunities in ...

Senior Restaurant Manager

Miami, FL · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Senior Restaurant Manager FLSA Classification : Administrative Employee, Exempt General Description ... Assists and lead certain management duties such as inventory, bar program, training and development ...

Restaurant General Manager

Vincennes, IN · On-site

$46K - $64K/yr

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  • Vision

  • Retirement

Applebee's (APP) is a well established, full service restaurant concept that has growth ... As the senior restaurant leader, you will run the full operations manager / Managing Partner ...

Senior Restaurant Manager

Miami, FL · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Senior Restaurant Manager FLSA Classification : Administrative Employee, Exempt General Description ... Assists and lead certain management duties such as inventory, bar program, training and development ...

Restaurant Senior Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

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Professional Development : Paid management training program to enhance skills and advance career ... Senior Restaurant Manager is responsible managing and executing all front of house functions ...

Sr. Restaurant Opening Leader

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

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The Sr. Restaurant Opening Leader leads the Restaurant Opening team as a player and a coach. This ... Lead and coach on-site operational execution for all phases of restaurant development from pre ...

Restaurant General Manager

Kyle, TX · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Leadership Development Program * Quarterly Outings We are an Equal Opportunity / Verify Employer ... As the senior restaurant leader, you will run the full operations manager / Managing Partner ...

Restaurant Senior Manager

Atlanta, GA

$65K - $85K/yr

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Professional Development : Paid management training program to enhance skills and advance career ... Senior Restaurant Manager is responsible managing and executing all front of house functions ...

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How much do senior restaurant concept development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior restaurant concept development in the United States is $70,582.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,500.00 and $73,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Restaurant Concept Development vs Restaurant Operations Manager?

AspectSenior Restaurant Concept DevelopmentRestaurant Operations Manager
Primary FocusCreating and refining restaurant concepts, menu development, brandingOverseeing daily restaurant operations, staff management, customer service
Required SkillsCreative design, market analysis, culinary trendsLeadership, operational efficiency, staff training
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, corporate offices, client meetingsRestaurant floor, management offices
Industry UsageUsed in hospitality consulting, restaurant startupsUsed in established restaurant chains, hospitality management

While Senior Restaurant Concept Development focuses on creating and shaping new restaurant ideas and branding, Restaurant Operations Managers handle the day-to-day running of existing restaurants. Both roles are essential in the hospitality industry but serve different stages of restaurant development and management.

How to develop a senior restaurant concept development?

A senior restaurant concept development involves researching target demographics, identifying unique value propositions, and designing a menu and environment tailored to seniors' preferences and needs. It requires collaboration with culinary, design, and marketing teams, along with market analysis and feasibility studies to ensure the concept's success. Skills in industry trends, customer experience, and regulatory compliance are essential for effective development.

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Restaurant General Manager

Applebee's (Apple Central)

Springfield, MO • On-site

$45K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Applebee's rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 741 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 88 rated restaurants


Job description

Applebee's started with the same philosophy we follow today – focused on serving good food to good people. Today, with almost 2,000 locations and counting, what was once a popular neighborhood restaurant has grown to become the largest casual-dining chain in the world. Work in a friendly, fast-paced environment where real friends and real connections are made!

American Franchise Capital currently owns and operates 82 Taco Bell restaurants and 34 Applebee’s restaurants throughout the mid-west and east coast.

We're looking for talented:

Restaurant General Manager

If you’re looking for a management opportunity where you can add a touch of magic to everything you do, and you have 3 - 5+ years of current full service restaurant manager experience, we would like to hear from you! Must be at least 21 years of age.

Requirements:

  • 1-3+ years of Restaurant Manager experience
  • 1+ years of full service Restaurant GM experience
  • A dedication to developing hourly & management Team Members
  • P&L Responsibility
  • A passion for service
  • A commitment to serving great food to our guests.

If you have a commitment to excellence and the drive to succeed, we want to hear from you!

Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, meals and retirement accounts are offered. 

We are a Franchisee of Applebee's and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applebee’s (APP) is a well established, full service restaurant concept that has growth opportunities for team members in a full service casual dining restaurant company. At Applebee's you can grow your career with us.

In this GM role, you will manage all of the restaurant managers along with restaurant back of house / kitchen & front of house / service teams AND have P&L and Operating Partner / Leadership responsibilities. As the senior restaurant leader, you will run the full operations manager / Managing Partner capacity.


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