Restaurant Assistant General Manager
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.
About the role
The Assistant General Manager helps shape the guest experience through steady execution, teamwork, and leading by example. You will support the team during busy periods, oversee daily operations, and create a positive, accountable environment.
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 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.
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 recruit, hire, train, and manage team members.
- Physical ability to stand for long periods, bend, twist, reach, and lift up to 55 lb, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Obtain and maintain any required food‑safety licenses or certifications per local, state, and federal regulations.
- Valid driver’s license (occasional driving may be necessary).
- Must be at least 18 years old.
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 (event tickets, cell phones, etc.).
- Tuition assistance and scholarships.
- Recognition programs celebrating achievements.
- 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 fostering belonging and growth.
Pay
USD $46,000.00 – $56,000.00 per year.
Schedule
45 hours per week on a variable schedule. Current expectations include 1 opening shift, 2 mid shifts (11 am – 8 pm), 1 closing shift, and 1 additional shift based on restaurant needs; these may change depending on business demands.
Location: 2665 South Oneida Street, Green Bay, WI.