Restaurant Assistant GM: Lead Teams & Guest Experience

careers-noodles; Town of Plainfield (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave & family benefits

Meal & lifestyle discounts

Tuition assistance & scholarships

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Noodles & Company in Plainfield, IN is hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead and coach our restaurant team, ensuring great guest experiences and smooth daily operations. The role requires strong leadership, staffing, and guest-service focus, with opportunities for growth and development.

The position offers competitive pay, quarterly bonus, and a strong benefits package including PTO, health, and professional development resources. Expect a 45-hour work week with varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of management or leadership experience (required).
• Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management (preferred).
• Lead a high-performing team alongside the General Manager to drive operational excellence.
• Provide exceptional guest experiences and foster a welcoming, supportive environment.
• Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills and strong verbal and written communication.
• Recruit, hire, train, and manage restaurant team members and shift managers.
• Identify high-potential talent and support growth through development and recognition.
• Follow operational, inventory, and food safety procedures to maintain standards.
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and local restaurant marketing efforts.
• Lead with a culture of food safety meeting company standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach restaurant teams to deliver great guest experiences.
• Collaborate with General Manager on daily operations and staffing.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and cleanliness standards.
• Assist with scheduling, budgeting, and local marketing initiatives.
• Support training and development of team members and shift leaders.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Hiring & training

Conflict resolution

Job description

Noodles & Company in Plainfield, IN is hiring an Assistant General Manager to lead and coach our restaurant team, ensuring great guest experiences and smooth daily operations. The role requires strong leadership, staffing, and guest-service focus, with opportunities for growth and development.

The position offers competitive pay, quarterly bonus, and a strong benefits package including PTO, health, and professional development resources. Expect a 45-hour work week with varied shifts.