Restaurant Assistant General Manager

About the role

We are looking for an Assistant General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver great food and welcoming guest experiences. This role plays a key role in driving restaurant success.

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.
• Demonstrating conflict-resolution skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 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).
• Following operational, inventory, and food safety procedures to maintain consistent restaurant standards.
• Obtaining and maintaining any required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, as occasional driving may be necessary.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• Recruiting, hiring, training, and managing restaurant team members and shift managers.
• Identifying high-potential talent and supporting growth through ongoing development and recognition.
• 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.
• Meeting the physical requirements of the role, which may include, but are not limited to, standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 55 pounds, and performing routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Operational and inventory management.
• Food safety and quality practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, plus quarterly bonus.
• Paid time off, including PTO, health days, holidays, and more.
• Parental leave and adoption/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.
• Lunch and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones.
• Optional early access to earned pay when needed.
• Free online Spanish and English courses.
• Noodles Resource Groups – inclusive communities that foster belonging, build connections, and support 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.