Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Noodles & Company•South Jordan, UT

18d•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. This hands-on leadership role supports the General Manager in driving operational excellence, overseeing daily operations, developing team members, and fostering a positive, accountable work environment. The Assistant General Manager helps create exceptional guest experiences and consistent restaurant standards in a fast-paced setting. The position works 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; these expectations may change with business needs. Occasional driving is required to support restaurant operations, including travel to another restaurant or location, product pickup or delivery, and catering or guest-order delivery. A valid driver’s license is required. The role is based at 11429 District Drive, South Jordan, Utah.

Requirements

At least one year of management or leadership experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 55 pounds, and performing routine restaurant tasks.
Valid driver’s license.
At least 18 years old.
Ability to obtain and maintain any required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

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 in a fast-paced, hands-on restaurant environment.
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, establish 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.
Work scheduled opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays.
Occasionally drive to support restaurant needs, including assisting at another restaurant, attending meetings or training at another location, picking up or delivering products, and delivering catering or guest orders.
Obtain and maintain food-safety licenses or certifications required by applicable regulations.

Benefits

Competitive pay plus 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, connection, and personal and professional growth.