Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Overview:\n
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\nAt 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.\n
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\nWe know noodles, and we know how great food and genuine hospitality bring people together. Our Assistant General Managers help make that happen through steady execution, teamwork, and leading by example. Whether you’re supporting your team during a busy rush, overseeing daily operations, or creating a positive and accountable environment, your leadership helps shape the experience guests return for.\n
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\nIf you’re ready to grow your leadership skills and take the next step in your restaurant career, apply today. After your interview, we’ll treat you to a complimentary meal (up to $10 value), because every great connection starts with great food.\n
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\nWhy Choose Noodles & Company?\n
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\nWe offer a place to learn, grow, and build confidence, with perks designed to support both work and life:\n
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\nJoin a supportive restaurant leadership team where your voice matters\n
\nCompetitive pay, plus QUARTERLY BONUS\n
\nPaid time off, including PTO, health days, holidays, and more\n
\nParental leave and adoption or surrogacy benefits\n
\nOptional early access to earned pay when you need it\n
\nMeal and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones\n
\nTuition assistance and scholarships\n
\nRecognition programs that celebrate your achievements\n
\nFree mental health, legal, and financial resources to support your well-being\n
\nMedical & pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance\n
\n401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts\n
\nLeadership development programs to fuel your growth with us\n
\nFree online Spanish and English courses\n
\nNoodles Resource Groups – inclusive communities that foster belonging, build connections, and support your personal and professional growth\n
\nLearn more about our benefits: https://www.noodles.com/careers/perks\n
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\nWhat You Bring to the Table\n
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\nAs an Assistant General Manager, you play a key role in driving restaurant success by:\n
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\nBringing a minimum of one year of management or leadership experience (required).\n
\nExperience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management (preferred).\n
\nLeading a high-performing team alongside the General Manager to deliver operational excellence.\n
\nProviding an exceptional guest experience and fostering a welcoming, supportive environment.\n
\nDemonstrating conflict-resolution skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.\n
\nRecruiting, hiring, training, and managing restaurant team members and shift managers.\n
\nIdentifying high-potential talent and supporting growth through ongoing development and recognition.\n
\nFollowing operational, inventory, and food safety procedures to maintain consistent restaurant standards.\n
\nAssisting with scheduling, labor management, expense control, and local restaurant marketing efforts.\n
\nLeading with a culture of food safety that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.\n
\nWorking 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including opening, mid, and closing shifts, as well as weekends and/or holidays. (Current scheduling expectations include 1 opening shift, 2 mid shifts (11am–8pm), 1 closing shift, and 1 additional shift based on restaurant needs. These expectations may change depending on business needs.)\n
\nMeeting 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.\n
\nObtaining and maintaining any required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.\n
\nMust hold a valid driver’s license, as occasional driving may be necessary.\n
\nMust be at least 18 years old.\n
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\nNoodles & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military Friendly workplace. We encourage Veterans and their spouses to apply. We are proud to be recognized on Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ Best Employers for Women, and Forbes’ Best Employers for Company Culture lists, and are committed to creating a workplace where Noodlers feel supported, respected, and able to bring their full self to work.\n
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\nApplication Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by role, but all positions at Noodles & Company remain open for applications for at least 3 days from the posting date. This role is currently open and accepting applications.\n
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\nPay Range: USD $42,000.00 - USD $52,000.00 /Yr. Location : Address: 2166 Baltimore-Reynoldsburg Road Location : City: Reynoldsburg Location : State/Province: OH