Assistant General Manager - Fast-Paced Restaurant Leader

Applegreen (US) Welcome Centers; Maywood (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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 in Maywood, NJ is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support daily operations at our travel plaza. This entry-level management path offers hands-on learning and discretion in decision-making to help the business run smoothly.

You'll lead teams, coach staff, ensure brand standards, manage cash, and resolve customer needs while maintaining excellent service. This role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver performance feedback, set goals, foster teamwork, and clearly communicate business objectives.
• Supervise non-management associates; assign work; coach and develop shift supervisors.
• Must be able to competently perform duties in the absence of the general manager.
• Motivate and positively influence staff, especially during times of low morale.
• Strong Leadership and organizational skills
• Addressing issues in a timely fashion
• Ensuring company policies and procedures are followed.
• Maintains an awareness of all applicable brand standards and all procedures and protocols to maximize brand/landlord/labor relations.
• Ensures that the restaurant always looks clean, inviting, and adheres to brand standards.
• Ensures cash management is accurate and processed daily, reports are delivered as per company directives.
• Address customer needs and resolve issues, ensuring positive and long-term customer relationships.
• Ensures inventory data is correct by performing spot inventory counts and checks.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Business acumen

Flexible schedules

Job description

Applegreen in Maywood, NJ is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support daily operations at our travel plaza. This entry-level management path offers hands-on learning and discretion in decision-making to help the business run smoothly.

You'll lead teams, coach staff, ensure brand standards, manage cash, and resolve customer needs while maintaining excellent service. This role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and a strong work ethic.