Restaurant Assistant General Manager
About The Position
Noodles & Company is hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside restaurant teams to deliver great food and welcoming guest experiences. The role supports daily operations, team execution, and a positive, accountable environment while partnering with the General Manager to drive restaurant success. The Assistant General Manager helps ensure operational excellence, exceptional guest service, and consistent restaurant standards. This includes recruiting, hiring, training, and managing team members and shift managers; developing and recognizing talent; following inventory and food-safety procedures; and assisting with scheduling, labor management, expense control, and local marketing. The position requires working 45 hours per week on a variable schedule that includes opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays. Current expectations include one opening shift, two mid shifts (11 a.m.–8 p.m.), one closing shift, and one additional shift based on restaurant needs; scheduling expectations may change with business needs. Physical demands include standing for extended periods, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 55 pounds, and routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation. A valid driver’s license is required because occasional driving may be necessary. The role also requires obtaining and maintaining applicable food-safety licenses or certifications.
Requirements
- At least one year of management or leadership experience.
- Conflict-resolution skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A valid driver’s license; occasional driving may be necessary.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to meet physical requirements that may include standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 55 pounds, and performing routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including weekends and/or holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management.
Responsibilities
- Lead a high-performing team alongside the General Manager to deliver operational excellence.
- Provide an exceptional guest experience and foster a welcoming, supportive environment.
- Recruit, hire, train, and manage restaurant team members and shift managers.
- Identify high-potential talent and support growth through ongoing development and recognition.
- Follow operational, inventory, and food-safety procedures to maintain consistent restaurant standards.
- Assist with scheduling, labor management, expense control, and local restaurant marketing efforts.
- Lead a culture of food safety that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.
- Work 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Obtain and maintain required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with applicable regulations.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and quarterly bonus.
- Paid time off, including PTO, health days, and holidays.
- Parental leave and adoption or surrogacy benefits.
- Optional early access to earned pay.
- Meal and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones.
- Tuition assistance and scholarships.
- Recognition programs.
- Free mental health, legal, and financial resources.
- Medical and pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts.
- Leadership development programs.
- Free online Spanish and English courses.
- Noodles Resource Groups that foster belonging, build connections, and support personal and professional growth.
- Complimentary meal after the interview, up to $10 in value.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
