Assistant General Manager

Blaze Your Leadership Trail – Assistant General Manager Wanted

Ready to turn up the heat on your career? Blaze Pizza, the nation’s leading fast-casual, build-your-own pizza brand, is looking for a passionate, positive, and purpose-driven leader to join us as an Assistant General Manager at our Atlanta location.

At Blaze, we’re not just serving pizzas, we’re cultivating fanatics, building strong teams, and lighting the fire under the next generation of restaurant leaders. If you're ready to bring the energy, develop others, and make a real impact, this is your moment.

Why Blaze Pizza?

At Blaze, we move fast, have fun, and lead fearlessly. As an Assistant General Manager, you’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with your General Manager and team to drive excellence in every shift, every pizza, and every guest interaction.

What we offer:

• Competitive base pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee discount on meals
• Leadership development and internal promotion opportunities
• On-the-job coaching and real career growth

What Makes a Blaze Assistant General Manager?

You’re a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You take ownership, communicate clearly, and know how to bring out the best in others. You’re passionate about people, food, and operational excellence.

What we’re looking for:

• 2–4 years of management experience in QSR, fast-casual, casual dining, or retail
• Strong business acumen, including knowledge of scheduling, inventory, and P&L management
• Proven leadership, communication, and team development skills
• Ability to work any shift—including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Comfortable using basic technology and reviewing performance data
• High standards for cleanliness, safety, and guest satisfaction
• Ability to stand for 8 hours and lift 35–50 pounds

What You’ll Do:

As an Assistant General Manager, you'll support daily operations, develop your team, and help create a vibrant, guest-focused

restaurant culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coaching and developing team members to deliver fast, friendly, and consistent guest service
• Support the GM in recruiting, hiring, and training high-performing team members
• Leading by example on the line and ensuring quality and safety standards are met
• Monitoring operational performance and maintaining labor and inventory targets
• Managing food preparation, cleanliness, and food safety standards
• Addressing guest feedback professionally and constructively
• Driving team accountability, engagement, and a strong service culture on every shift
• Collaborating with the GM to uphold Blaze brand standards and achieve business goals

If you’re ready to grow with a company that’s building something bold, where your leadership can make a real difference every day apply now and ignite your future at Blaze Pizza.

Blaze Pizza, LLC, headquartered in Pasadena, CA, recently named “2017’s #1 Brand of the Year” in the Fast-Casual Top 100, is a fast-growing chain operating over 300 restaurants in 42 states, Canada, and Kuwait. Known for its chef-driven recipes, thoughtful interior design, and a service culture that celebrates individuality, Blaze Pizza is seeking a General Manager for their company-owned restaurants. This position that will play an integral role in contributing to the success of the restaurant, guest experiences, food safety, product quality and operations excellence. Founded by Elise and Rick Wetzel (co-founder of Wetzel’s Pretzels), Blaze Pizza is backed by private equity firm Brentwood Associates and founding investors that include LeBron James, Maria Shriver, movie producer John Davis and Boston Red Sox co-owner Tom Werner.

Pay: $48000.00 - $52000.00 / year

Pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Employee discount

Job Type: fulltime

Education: High school degree

Work location: On-site