Assistant General Manager - Noodles and CO

Assistant General Manager - Noodles and CO

Pay : Competitive

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

Location : Glastonbury, Connecticut

Employment type : Full-Time

Job Description

You are applying for work for a franchisee of Noodles & CO - Hartford Noodles, LLC , not Noodles Corp or any of its affiliates.

If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs, which can vary between franchisees.

SUMMARY

We’re looking for an Assistant General Manager who excels in restaurant operations and craves the challenge of taking their career to the next level.

This is you if you’re collaborative yet decisive. You know that being part of a team requires a spirit of partnership and the desire to help others grow.

You are adept at managing budgets, focused on process and procedure and driven to ensure guest satisfaction. You’re enthusiastic, optimistic and eager to contribute wherever you can.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with the GM to lead team members to ensure the restaurant runs quickly and efficiently.
• Consistently review restaurant operations to identify any problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage with integrity and knowledge to promote the culture and beliefs of Noodles and Company.
• Contribute to the success of the restaurant by managing operations according to Noodles & Company standards.
• Provide coaching and feedback to team members and assess performance on an ongoing basis.
• Create a positive guest experience by delivering a high level of service and ensuring all team members engage in conversations with guests to understand their needs and exceed their expectations.
• Lead and motivate team members through positive and respectful leadership.
• Communicate effectively in order to ensure that the excellent restaurant operations are consistently achieved.
• Effectively communicate to the team as directed by the GM.
• Train and coach team members in culinary and guest service principles and practices.
• Establish and delegate work duties in each area utilizing prep and check lists.
• Follow Noodles & Company’s operational policy and procedures, including those for cash handling and safety / security, to ensure the safety of all team members and guests.
• Lead a positive team environment by recognizing and reinforcing individual and team accomplishments.
• Manage the restaurant to meet company standards in food quality, food safety, and cleanliness.
• Train, develop, and manage restaurant team members and shift managers.
• Follow inventory control procedures and guidelines.
• Assist with scheduling, expense tracking, labor management, and local restaurant marketing.
• Must adhere to appearance standards.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of restaurant environment.
• Team building and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use discretion in providing direction to others.
• Must be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to lead a team and communicate efficiently, both verbally and in writing.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have a strong work ethic and accountability.
• Exceptional time management and organization skills.
• Ability to provide exceptional guest service that exceeds expectations.
• Willingness and ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.

EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year prior progressively responsible and related restaurant / retail experience and one year of management and / or leadership experience.

About the company

Noodles & Company opened its first restaurant in Denver, Colorado in 1995, offering noodle and pasta dishes with the goal of delivering fresh ingredients and flavors from around the world under one roof - from Pad Thai to Mac & Cheese.

The brand was founded on the core principle that good food can be served quickly and conveniently in an inviting atmosphere without sacrificing quality, freshness or flavor, all at a value-oriented price point and no tip! Today, Noodles & Company delivers on that core principle across hundreds of restaurants and in dozens of states in the U.

S. every bowl, every guest, every time.

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