Restaurant Ops Leader — Assistant General Manager

Applegreen Travel Plazas; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedules

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Earned Wage Access – Pay on Demand

Education Assistance

Meal Discount

Pet Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Applegreen USA Welcome Centers Central Services in New Jersey, Port Reading, is seeking an Assistant General Manager to help run daily operations and develop management skills in a fast-paced retail food environment.

You will lead store-level teams, coach supervisors, ensure brand standards, manage cash, inventory, and customer relations, with opportunities for growth and an emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent customer service abilities and positive attitude.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Basic food safety understanding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver performance feedback, set goals, foster teamwork, and communicate objectives.
• Supervise day-to-day operations and coach shifts supervisors to meet store targets.
• Step in for the general manager when needed and maintain smooth operation.
• Motivate staff and uphold brand standards, ensuring clean, inviting storefronts.
• Ensure cash handling is accurate and daily reports follow company directives.
• Address customer needs and resolve issues to build lasting relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Food safety

Team motivation

Physical ability

Job description

Applegreen USA Welcome Centers Central Services in New Jersey, Port Reading, is seeking an Assistant General Manager to help run daily operations and develop management skills in a fast-paced retail food environment.

You will lead store-level teams, coach supervisors, ensure brand standards, manage cash, inventory, and customer relations, with opportunities for growth and an emphasis on safety and teamwork.