Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Noodles World Kitchen; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dynamic team at a forward-thinking restaurant where you can lead with passion and creativity! This exciting opportunity in restaurant management allows you to build and inspire a team while delivering exceptional dining experiences. As a leader, you will foster a culture of excellence, oversee daily operations, and ensure that every guest leaves with a smile. With a commitment to growth and development, you will have the chance to advance your career in a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation. If you are ready to take your management skills to the next level and make a real impact, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Competitive pay

Free shift meal

Opportunities for advancement

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Quarterly Bonus Eligibility

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of management experience required.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team and run the restaurant confidently.
• Deliver world-class customer service and manage food quality.

Skills

Management Experience

Leadership Skills

Conflict Resolution

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Salary: $48,000 - $52,000 per year, plus annual bonus eligibility of up to $4,000, paid out monthly.

About You

You are looking for a fun, exciting, yet challenging opportunity in restaurant management. You want a sharp team, and a bright future with a growing company. You’re a passionate foodie and love learning new skills in the kitchen, dining room, and business operations. You consider yourself an innovator and can build winning teams and surprise our guests with a top-notch experience during each visit.

About Noodles

At Noodles & Company, our mission is to always nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We accomplish this by living our values of We Care, We Show Pride, We are Passionate, and We Love Life! We provide opportunities to learn culinary skills working with fresh food and the art of personal connection with our guests. Come join our amazing team, make new friends, develop your career, skills, and have fun.

We are proud to be recognized on Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2021 and Forbes' Best Employers for Women 2021 lists and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where Noodlers can bring their full self to work.

Benefits

Careers at Noodles are served with a side of:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive pay
• Free shift meal – plus other food discounts
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Quarterly Bonus Eligibility

*Veterans and those with previous military experience are encouraged to apply!

Your Day in the Life

• Partner with the GM to lead a high performing team
• Run the restaurant with confidence, deliver fast and effective solutions
• Lead with integrity and live the culture of Noodles & Company every day
• Assess team member performance, deliver actionable and timely feedback
• Create an epic experience by welcoming guests with a smile and delivering world-class customer service
• Build trust within your team, recognize a job well-done
• Follow Noodles & Company’s operational policy and procedures
• Manage the restaurant to meet company standards in food quality, food safety, and cleanliness
• Hire, train and manage restaurant team members and shift managers
• Identify and foster talent in your team, develop high performers for promotions
• Follow inventory control procedures and guidelines
• Assist with scheduling, expense tracking, labor management, and local restaurant marketing

What You Bring to the Team

• Minimum of one year of management and/or leadership experience
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Sense of humor
• Ability to effectively delegate responsibility
• Conflict resolution skills required, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work 48 hours per week within our operating hours (generally 11am-9pm), with flexibility to work variable shifts throughout the week (starting as early as 7am, and working until as late as 11pm)
• Position may include walking, bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling or moving objects up to 55 pounds
• Certain other physical requirements may apply, as reasonably applicable in a standard kitchen/restaurant environment

COVID-19 Safety Measures

We are committed to ensuring the safety of our Team Members and Guests. Our safety measures include:

• Symptom screenings before each shift
• Enhanced cleaning and handwashing procedures
• Learn more about our safety:noodles.com/teammembersafety

Noodles is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to be an inclusive and diverse team that is representative of the communities and guests we serve.