Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
116 Applebees Restaurants Kitchen Manager Jobs Hiring Near You
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Chillicothe, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Chillicothe, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Troy, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Troy, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Huber Heights, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Huber Heights, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Heath, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Heath, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Huber Heights, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Huber Heights, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Xenia, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Xenia, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Hilliard, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Hilliard, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Hilliard, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Hilliard, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Marysville, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Marysville, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Grove City, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Grove City, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Xenia, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Xenia, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Springfield, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Kitchen Manager
Springfield, OH · On-site
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring! Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive ... As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions.
Applebee's Restaurants Jobs Information
Do workers at Applebee's get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
55% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
55% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Does Applebee's pay people when they’re sick?
No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
82% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
82% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
At Applebee's, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
45% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
45% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Applebee's?
Most people who work part-time can't get health insurance.
83% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2025.
83% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2025.
Do part-time workers get paid time off at Applebee's?
Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
79% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.
79% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.
Is the health insurance from Applebee's affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
74% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
74% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Applebee's?
Some people get paid time off from work.
56% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 78 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
56% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 78 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
- 61% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 19% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
Do workers at Applebee's worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
42% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
42% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
Do Applebee's workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
45% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
45% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
How easy is it for Applebee's workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 171 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 171 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Applebee's?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
42% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
42% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do Applebee's managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
73% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
73% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
Do jobs at Applebee's spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
20% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
20% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Applebee's?
Some people find it hard to take sick days.
53% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
53% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Is a Applebee's job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
78% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
78% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Is working at Applebee's good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
45% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
45% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Do people at Applebee's feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
76% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
76% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people at Applebee's get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
41% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 106 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
41% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 106 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Applebee's?
Most people feel stressed out here.
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people at Applebee's enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
39% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
39% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people at Applebee's recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Applebee's?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
35% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
35% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Applebee's?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 36% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
In the last year, 36% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people think Applebee's’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
86% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
86% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Applebee's is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
55% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
55% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
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Applebee's rating
5.6
Based on 739 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
61st of 88 rated restaurants
Job description
Applebee's restaurants nationwide are hiring!
Applebee's celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive culture and invites like-minded candidates to join a team where hard work opens opportunities and team members get the support they need to succeed.
We take pride in our teams!
Performance - We totally own our actions and are accountable for our results.
Respect - We treat others the way we want to be treated.
Integrity - We do what we say we're going to do, and always do the right thing.
Development - We continuously grow and improve our teams, ourselves, our company, and our communities.
Engagement - We foster a fun, energizing, and engaging place to work.
Job Description
As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions. This position will direct the activities of back-of-the-house hourly associates, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, implementing purchasing and cost controls, and following up with corrective action where needed.
Requirements
- A minimum of 1 year's experience with Kitchen Management in the Casual Restaurant industry is required.
- A High School Diploma is preferred.
- Current alcohol and food certifications that meet state requirements are preferred.
- Strong knowledge of team leadership and positive conflict resolution.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to withstand the physical demands a restaurant environment holds.
Benefits
- Recognition and growth- we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
- Competitive benefits (401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plan options) - to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.
- Paid Training - we aim to set you up for success!
- Early Wage Access- Access your earnings before payday
- Company discounts - MAKE IT A ROUTINE AND SAVE!
- Opportunities for advancement and growth within our organization - we're excited to embark on this journey with you.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Industry
Food services and drinking places
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Leawood, KS, US