Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Noodles & Company•Eagan, MN

3d•$43,000 - $53,000•Onsite

About The Position

Noodles & Company is hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside restaurant teams to deliver quality food and welcoming guest experiences. The role supports daily operations, promotes teamwork, develops employees, and fosters a positive and accountable environment. Working alongside the General Manager, the Assistant General Manager helps drive restaurant success in a fast-paced, hands-on setting. The position requires 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including 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, including helping at another restaurant, attending meetings or training at another location, transporting products, and delivering catering or guest orders. A valid driver’s license is required. The role may involve standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 55 pounds, and routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation. The Assistant General Manager must obtain and maintain any food-safety licenses or certifications required by applicable regulations.

Requirements

At least one year of management or leadership experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and conflict-resolution 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, including standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 55 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to obtain and maintain food-safety licenses or certifications required by applicable regulations.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Lead and coach restaurant teams 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, build accountability, and support employee growth through 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.
Promote a food-safety culture that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.
Work scheduled opening, mid, and closing shifts, including weekends and/or holidays.
Drive occasionally to support restaurant needs, including assisting at another location, attending meetings or training, transporting products, or delivering orders.
Obtain and maintain required food-safety licenses or certifications.