Assistant General Manager - Fast-Paced Leader, Flexible Schedules

Applegreen (US) Welcome Centers; Woodcliff Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedules

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Earned Wage Access – Pay on Demand

Education Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Meal Discount

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Applegreen USA Welcome Centers seeks an Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in daily operations across our travel plazas. You will lead teams, coach supervisors, ensure service excellence, and uphold brand standards while managing cash, inventories, and store performance.

The role emphasizes leadership, staff development, and maintaining a welcoming, high-quality guest experience across our network of locations in the Northeast and Midwest.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills with proven ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent customer service abilities and positive attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with sharp business acumen.
• 2+ years experience in quick service restaurant or similar management operations.
• Flexible and open work schedule.
• Basic food safety understanding and practice.
• Ability and willingness to lift/push objects weighing over 30 lbs.
• Passion for helping people learn and grow the business.

Responsibilities

• Deliver performance feedback, set goals, foster teamwork, and clearly communicate business objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day supervision of non-management staff and shift supervisors, ensuring store-level operation performance.
• Step in and perform duties in the absence of the General Manager.
• Motivate staff and maintain morale during busy or slow periods.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills while following policies and procedures.
• Address issues in a timely fashion and maintain brand standards and safety protocols.
• Ensure accurate cash handling, daily reporting, and adherence to brand standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

QSR Experience

Flexible Schedule

Food Safety

Physical Ability

People Development

Job description

Applegreen USA Welcome Centers seeks an Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in daily operations across our travel plazas. You will lead teams, coach supervisors, ensure service excellence, and uphold brand standards while managing cash, inventories, and store performance.

The role emphasizes leadership, staff development, and maintaining a welcoming, high-quality guest experience across our network of locations in the Northeast and Midwest.