Applebee's® was founded in Atlanta, Georgia, by Bill and T.J. Palmer. The Palmers envisioned a restaurant that would provide full service, consistently good food, reasonable prices and quality service in a neighborhood setting. Their first restaurant, T.J. Applebee's Rx for Edibles & Elixirs,® opened in November 1980.
In 1982, the Palmers opened their second Applebee's in Atlanta and in 1983, to fulfill a dream of nationwide expansion, the Palmers sold the Applebee's concept to W. R. Grace and Co. As part of the transaction, Bill Palmer was named president of the Applebee's Division of an indirect subsidiary of W. R. Grace. In that capacity, Palmer guided the operation from its entrepreneurial beginnings to a full-fledged franchise system. He became an Applebee's franchisee in 1985 and today owns more than three dozen Applebee's restaurants.
In 1986, the name of the concept was changed to Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar to reflect the Palmers' original concept of a place people could call their own.
In 1988, Applebee's International Inc. became the restaurant chain's franchisor when Kansas City franchisees Abe Gustin and John Hamra purchased the rights to the Applebee's concept from W. R. Grace.
Applebee's International Inc. completed an initial public offering of its common stock in 1989. Subsequent offerings of the company's stock took place in March 1992 and July 1995. The stock trades on The NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol APPB.
When Applebee's International, Inc. acquired Applebee's in 1988, there were 54 restaurants. In 1998, Applebee's became the first casual dining concept with 1,000 restaurants.
Today, with more than 1,900 restaurants in 17 countries, Applebee's is the world's largest casual dining concept.
We believe in serving our customers, taking care of our employees and giving back to our community. In keeping with that belief, we’ve built a new “green” headquarters in Lenexa, Kansas that showcases our desire to support and respect the communities where we do business. Applebee's Services, Inc., headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, develops, franchises and operates casual dining restaurants in 49 states and 17 International countries.
Each Applebee's® is designed as an attractive, friendly, neighborhood establishment featuring moderately priced, high-quality food and beverage items, table service and a comfortable atmosphere that appeals to all ages.
Applebee's® the largest casual dining restaurant concept in the world, has more than 1,900 restaurants across the U.S. and in 17 other countries. One of the most important things we do to improve and grow our company is to hire and support the very best people we can find. So, if you’re looking for a career that offers everything you need to learn, grow and do your best work, consider Applebee’s® —where careers happen.
We believe in serving our customers, taking care of our employees and giving back to our community. In keeping with that belief, we’ve built a new “green” headquarters in Lenexa, Kansas that showcases our desire to support and respect the communities where we do business.
The company's common stock trades on The NASDAQ Stock Market® under the symbol APPB.
We are an equal opportunity employer. What do you seek in your career path? An opportunity for growth? A chance to succeed? A fun, exciting social environment? Blending all of these together is the difference between a good job and a great career. At Applebee's® You'll discover a balance between work life and personal life, as well as a wealth of benefits for your health, future, family and happiness.
We strive to encourage, enrich and celebrate our associates every day. Why? It's simple-we found it's the best way to help people reach their potential. It all starts with our inclusive culture, which welcomes and embraces our collective differences...and the strengths these differences create.
If this sounds like the kind of workplace you would enjoy, please take a couple minutes to see if there's a position for you. Because once you join the Applebee's family, you'll understand why we say that success never tasted so good.
11201 Renner Blvd.
Lenexa, KS 66219
Phone: 888-59APPLE
Monday through Thursday:7am-7pm CST
Friday: 7am-5pm CDT
Saturday: 10am-3pm CDT
Diversity & Inclusion
A diverse culture means more than recognizing our differences. At Applebee's we know that a truly diverse culture is one that allows you the opportunity and the freedom to be yourself.
Diversity at Applebee's is a connection, a connection to each others similarities and differences. It is an atmosphere that allows us to learn from each other.
Here we understand that an individual can add value to an environment in many ways - by sharing experiences, ideas and knowledge. We call our diverse culture - inclusion. We are a company that tries to include everyone in everything.
At Applebee's we work hard at reaching out beyond our doors to tell our story of a unique company with opportunities for all.
Mission & Vision
Cooperate and collaborate for the good of the team, its members and the company. Treat each other with dignity, fairness and respect. Create an inclusive workplace that celebrates the individuality of our team members and neighborhoods. Foster open communication in all directions with candor and effective feedback.
Goals
To mirror the diversity that exists in the communities surrounding our restaurants. To include everyone and anyone in the career opportunities at Applebee's.
Applebee’s Services, Inc. and its various franchisees, are equal opportunity employers. Neither the information contained on this web page nor the application you might submit as a result of information displayed on this page, guarantees (1) an interview for employment, (2) employment, (3) employment at a particular location, or (4) a right to employment benefits.
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