Assistant General Manager Wendy's - Whitestone NY

Assistant General Manager – Wendy's

Lead. Develop. Grow Your Career.

Ready to take the next step in your restaurant leadership career? Wendy's is looking for an energetic, hands-on Assistant General Manager to help lead one of our Queens restaurants. In this role, you'll partner with the General Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences, develop a high-performing team, drive sales, and ensure operational excellence every day.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy coaching others, and are passionate about building successful teams, we'd love to meet you.

This position requires you to have a valid drivers license and vehicle.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

As the Assistant General Manager, you will play a key leadership role in the restaurant by:

• Supporting the General Manager in all day-to-day restaurant operations
• Leading shifts while ensuring outstanding guest service, food quality, and cleanliness
• Recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and developing team members
• Coaching and mentoring Shift Managers and Crew Members to achieve performance goals
• Driving sales, labor, food cost, and profitability through strong operational execution
• Managing schedules to support business needs while controlling labor costs
• Maintaining inventory, ordering, and food safety standards
• Ensuring compliance with Wendy's operating procedures, health regulations, and company policies
• Handling guest concerns professionally and creating positive guest experiences
• Building a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture
• Stepping in to lead the restaurant whenever the General Manager is away
  
  

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• 2 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume quick service or fast casual environment
• Previous General Manager or Assistant General Manager experience preferred
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing labor, food cost, and restaurant financial performance
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
  
  

Why Join Wendy's?

• Competitive salary
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Meal discounts
• Ongoing leadership development and training
• Opportunity to work for one of the world's most recognized restaurant brands
  
  

If you're ready to lead a team, make an impact, and grow your career with Wendy's, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to serving great food with exceptional hospitality every day.