Restaurant Assistant General Manager

About the role

We are hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver great food and welcoming guest experiences. The Assistant General Manager helps shape the experience guests return for by supporting teams during busy rushes, overseeing operations, and creating a positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading a high-performing team alongside the General Manager to deliver operational excellence.
• Providing an exceptional guest experience and fostering a welcoming, supportive environment.
• Recruiting, hiring, training, and managing restaurant team members and shift managers.
• Identifying high-potential talent and supporting growth through ongoing development and recognition.
• Following operational, inventory, and food safety procedures to maintain consistent restaurant standards.
• Assisting with scheduling, labor management, expense control, and local restaurant marketing efforts.
• Leading with a culture of food safety that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.
• Working 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays.

Requirements

• A minimum of one year of management or leadership experience.
• Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management (preferred).
• Leading a high-performing team alongside the General Manager to deliver operational excellence.
• Recruiting, hiring, training, and managing restaurant team members and shift managers.
• Identifying high-potential talent and supporting growth through ongoing development and recognition.
• Following operational, inventory, and food safety procedures to maintain consistent restaurant standards.
• Assisting with scheduling, labor management, expense control, and local restaurant marketing efforts.
• Leading with a culture of food safety that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.
• Working 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid driver’s license, as occasional driving may be necessary.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Skills

• Conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, plus quarterly bonus.
• Paid time off, including PTO, health days, holidays, and more.
• Parental leave and adoption or surrogacy benefits.
• Tuition assistance and scholarships.
• Recognition programs that celebrate achievements.
• Free mental health, legal, and financial resources.
• Medical & pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts.
• Led by a supportive restaurant leadership team where your voice matters.
• Free online Spanish and English courses.
• Noodles Resource Groups – inclusive communities that foster belonging, build connections, and support your personal and professional growth.

Pay

USD $46,000.00 - USD $56,000.00 /Yr.

Schedule

Variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays.