Restaurant Assistant General Manager
About The Position
Noodles & Company is hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside restaurant teams in delivering great food and welcoming guest experiences. The role supports daily operations, steady execution, teamwork, and a positive, accountable environment, while partnering with the General Manager to drive restaurant success and operational excellence. 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; these expectations may change with business needs. The role is based at 1351 North Port Washington Road in Grafton, Wisconsin. Pay is USD $46,000–$56,000 per year.
Requirements
- At least one year of management or leadership experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including standing for long periods; bending, twisting, and reaching; lifting up to 55 pounds; and performing routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license; occasional driving may be necessary.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must obtain and maintain food-safety licenses or certifications required by applicable regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management is preferred.
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 team 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.
- Promote 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 local, state, and federal regulations.
- Work opening, mid, closing, weekend, and/or holiday shifts according to restaurant needs.
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
- Stock purchase discounts
- Leadership development programs
- Free online Spanish and English courses
- Noodles Resource Groups that foster belonging, connections, and personal and professional growth
- Complimentary post-interview meal 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
