Restaurant Assistant General Manager

careers-noodles; Norridge (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

PTO and holidays

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Noodles & Company is hiring an Assistant General Manager in Illinois to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver great food and welcoming guest experiences. You will drive daily operations, support the General Manager, and ensure exceptional service across shifts.

Expect a 45-hour work week on a variable schedule including openings, mid shifts, and weekends. We offer competitive pay, quarterly bonus, PTO, health benefits, tuition assistance, a 401(k) with match, and development

Qualifications

• Bringing a minimum of one year of management or leadership experience (required).
• Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management (preferred).
• Proven ability to lead a high-performing team and deliver operational excellence.
• Strong guest experience focus and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach restaurant teams to deliver great food and guest experiences.
• Support General Manager and manage scheduling, labor, and local marketing efforts.
• Maintain food safety, quality standards, and daily restaurant operations.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop team members and shift managers.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Staff training

Job description

Overview

At 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.

We 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.

Why Choose Noodles & Company?

We offer a place to learn, grow, and build confidence, with perks designed to support both work and life:

• Join a supportive restaurant leadership team where your voice matters
• Competitive pay, plus QUARTERLY BONUS
• Paid time off, including PTO, health days, holidays, and more
• Parental leave and adoption or surrogacy benefits
• Optional early access to earned pay when you need it
• Meal and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones
• Tuition assistance and scholarships
• Recognition programs that celebrate your achievements
• Free mental health, legal, and financial resources to support your well-being
• Medical & pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts
• Leadership development programs to fuel your growth with us
• Free online Spanish and English courses
• Noodles Resource Groups – inclusive communities that foster belonging, build connections, and support your personal and professional growth
• Learn more about our benefits: https://www.noodles.com/careers/perks

What You Bring to the Table

As an Assistant General Manager, you play a key role in driving restaurant success by:

• Bringing a 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.
• Demonstrating 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 consistent 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 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.)
• Meeting 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.
• Obtaining and maintaining any required food-safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, as occasional driving may be necessary.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Noodles & 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.

Application 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.

Pay Range

USD $48,000.00 - USD $58,000.00 /Yr.

Job Posting Date

9/2/2026

Location : Address

4157 N. Harlem

Location : City

Norridge

Location : State/Province

IL