Restaurant Assistant GM: Lead Teams & Guest Experience

careers-noodles; Shorewood (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Meal discounts

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Stock purchase discounts

Leadership development programs

Free language courses

Job summary

Noodles & Company is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead and coach restaurant teams, delivering great food and welcoming guest experiences. The role emphasizes steady execution, teamwork, and exemplifying leadership across busy periods and daily ops.

You will drive guest satisfaction, associate development, and adherence to safety standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a supportive leadership team, with a focus on operations, scheduling,

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of management or leadership experience.
• Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management preferred.
• Ability to lead a high-performing team and deliver operational excellence.
• Excellent guest experience and strong communication skills.
• Demonstrating conflict-resolution skills and team development abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach restaurant teams to deliver great guest experiences.
• Oversee daily operations and scheduling with the General Manager.
• Drive operational excellence and maintain food safety standards.
• Manage labor, costs, and local marketing efforts.
• Maintain a welcoming, supportive environment and effective guest service.
• Be involved with opening, mid, and closing shifts as schedules require.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Guest service

Communication

Recruiting & training

Conflict resolution

Scheduling

Job description

Noodles & Company is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead and coach restaurant teams, delivering great food and welcoming guest experiences. The role emphasizes steady execution, teamwork, and exemplifying leadership across busy periods and daily ops.

You will drive guest satisfaction, associate development, and adherence to safety standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a supportive leadership team, with a focus on operations, scheduling,