Assistant GM: Lead Teams & Earn Quarterly Bonus

Noodles & Company; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Meal discounts

Optional earned pay access

Health and dental insurance

Vision and pet insurance

401(k) with employer match

Leadership development programs

Free Spanish and English courses

Job summary

Noodles & Company, located in Durham, NC, is hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead and coach teams, ensuring great food and welcoming guest experiences. Expect 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including openings, mid shifts, and closings, with potential weekend/holiday work.

The role emphasizes operational excellence, guest satisfaction, staff development, and adherence to safety standards, with a strong focus on leadership and culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of management or leadership experience (required).
• Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management (preferred).
• Leading a high-performing team alongside the General Manager to deliver operational excellence.
• Providing an exceptional guest experience and fostering a welcoming, supportive environment.
• 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 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 openings, mid, and closing shifts, plus weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach restaurant teams to ensure great food and guest experiences.
• Support scheduling, labor management, and expense control to meet targets.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to maintain operational excellence and safety standards.
• Participate in local restaurant marketing efforts and talent development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with food-safety licenses or certifications and drive a positive work culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Guest service

Communication

Recruiting & training

Job description

Noodles & Company, located in Durham, NC, is hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead and coach teams, ensuring great food and welcoming guest experiences. Expect 45 hours per week on a variable schedule, including openings, mid shifts, and closings, with potential weekend/holiday work.

The role emphasizes operational excellence, guest satisfaction, staff development, and adherence to safety standards, with a strong focus on leadership and culture.