Restaurant Assistant General Manager
About the role
At Noodles & Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We are hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver great food and welcoming guest experiences. Assistant General Managers help make that happen through steady execution, teamwork, and leading by example. Whether supporting the team during a busy rush, overseeing daily operations, or creating a positive and accountable environment, your leadership shapes the experience guests return for.
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 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.
- Lead a culture of food safety that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.
- Work 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays.
- Meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 55 pounds.
- Obtain and maintain any required food‑safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Occasionally drive using a valid driver’s license.
Requirements
- Minimum of one year of management or leadership experience (required).
- Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management (preferred).
- Strong conflict‑resolution, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work a variable schedule as described.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Valid driver’s license.
Benefits
- Competitive pay plus quarterly bonus.
- Paid time off, including PTO, health days, holidays, and more.
- 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, 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 – inclusive communities.
- Complimentary interview meal (up to $10 value).
Pay
USD $48,000.00 – $58,000.00 per year.
Schedule
45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid (11 am–8 pm), and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays. Current expectations: 1 opening shift, 2 mid shifts, 1 closing shift, and 1 additional shift based on restaurant needs.
Location: Falls Church, VA (7511 Leesburg Pike).