AeroCareers Job Posting: Cook - $23 per HOUR at Applebee's. This is a Full-Time role in Santa Maria, CA, USA, CA. Salary: $23 - $23.

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Cook - $23 per HOUR

Posted on October 24, 2025

Santa Maria, CA, USA, CA Full-Time $23 - $23
Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn in 1999, began its journey with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants. Over the past two decades, Flynn Group has grown significantly by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators to become the largest Applebee's franchisee in the world. This expansive growth has allowed Flynn Group to broaden its operations into other brands, countries, and industries, now owning and operating over 460 Applebee's restaurants across 24 states. Flynn Group is recognized as the largest franchise operator globally, managing a diversified portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Applebee's, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's, and Planet Fitness. The company takes pride in its core mission to be a premier operator within each brand it manages, guided by its fundamental values: Care Genuinely for People, Play like a Champion, and Win as One. Flynn Applebee's, as one of the premier brands under Flynn Group, offers an exciting career opportunity for those passionate about the foodservice industry. The company emphasizes a work culture that balances fun, flexibility, and growth. An Applebee's Cook plays a pivotal role in creating memorable dining experiences by preparing delicious menu items that keep customers coming back. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment. Employees can expect to work hard while enjoying their time on the job. Flynn Applebee's provides competitive wages, flexible work schedules, healthcare benefits, meal discounts, and clear career advancement paths. Compensation for cooks ranges from minimum wage up to $23 per hour, plus tips (tip-out). The company also offers Daily Pay in most locations (excluding California), ensuring financial flexibility for employees. Safety and well-being are top priorities at Flynn Applebee's, with physical standards that ensure staff can perform tasks safely and efficiently, including the use of protective gear and cleaning supplies. Additionally, Flynn Group is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. This position is ideal for individuals who are at least 18 years old, excellent communicators, reliable, and eager to make a positive impact in a vibrant workplace.
  • must be at least 18 years old
  • ability to communicate clearly and listen attentively
  • ability to remain stationary and exert well-paced mobility for up to four hours
  • ability to safely reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
  • ability to work in hot and damp environments
  • ability to wear protective hand coverings and face masks throughout the shift
  • ability to use small kitchen tools and equipment
  • ability to frequently wash hands with disinfectant soap
  • commitment to health and safety standards