Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Noodles & Company•Schaumburg, IL

5d•$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 great food and welcoming guest experiences. The role partners with the General Manager to drive restaurant success through operational excellence, teamwork, developing others, and leading by example in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. The Assistant General Manager supports daily operations, helps create a positive and accountable workplace, and contributes to an experience that guests want to return to. The position works 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. The role involves occasional driving to support restaurant needs, such as assisting at another restaurant, attending meetings or training at another location, picking up or delivering products, and delivering catering or guest orders. A valid driver's license is required. The posted pay range is USD $43,000–$53,000 per year. The position is located at 1400 N. Meacham Road, Schaumburg, Illinois. Noodles & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military Friendly workplace.

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, 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 required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Valid driver's license for occasional driving required to support restaurant needs.
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.
Work opening, mid, and closing shifts, including weekends and/or holidays, according to restaurant and business needs.
Drive occasionally to support restaurant needs, including assisting at another restaurant, attending meetings or training, picking up or delivering products, and delivering catering or guest orders.
Obtain and maintain required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with 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 that foster belonging, build connections, and support personal and professional growth.