Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Noodles & Company • Onalaska, WI

1d • Onsite

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 the General Manager in leading daily restaurant operations, building a positive and accountable team environment, developing team members, and maintaining operational excellence in a fast-paced, hands-on restaurant setting. The position is based at 9417 State Road - 16 in Onalaska, Wisconsin.

The Assistant General Manager works 45 hours per week on a variable schedule that includes opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays. Current scheduling 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. Occasional driving is required to support restaurant operations at other locations, attend meetings or training, transport products, and deliver catering or guest orders. A valid driver’s license is required.

Requirements

• At least one year of management or leadership experience.
• Strong conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, which 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 obtain and maintain any required food-safety licenses or certifications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Management experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel operations.
• Restaurant management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team alongside the General Manager to deliver operational excellence.
• Create exceptional guest experiences and foster a welcoming, supportive environment for the team.
• Recruit, hire, train, and manage restaurant team members and shift managers.
• Set clear expectations, create accountability, and support team member growth through ongoing coaching, 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.
• Obtain and maintain required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Occasionally drive to support restaurant needs, including assisting at another restaurant, attending meetings or training, transporting products, and delivering catering or guest orders.

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 discounts and student loan support.
• 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 and inclusive communities supporting belonging and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed