Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Noodles & Company•Cedar Rapids, IA

6d•$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 partners with the General Manager to drive operational excellence in a fast-paced, hands-on restaurant environment, while supporting a positive, accountable culture and developing team members. The Assistant General Manager oversees and supports daily restaurant operations, including staffing, training, scheduling, labor and expense management, inventory, food safety, cleanliness, and local marketing. The position requires 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays. Occasional driving to support restaurant operations is required. The listed pay range is $43,000–$53,000 per year.

Requirements

At least one year of management or leadership experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Conflict-resolution skills.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license.
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.
Obtain and maintain any required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Work 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, and weekends and/or holidays.

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, promote accountability, and support team member 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 efforts.
Lead a culture of food safety that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.
Work a variable schedule of opening, mid, and closing shifts, including weekends and/or holidays.
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, picking up or delivering products, and delivering catering or guest orders.

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.