Restaurant General Manager

About the role

Noodles & Company is seeking a General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will bring at least two years of leadership experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management, with previous Restaurant General Manager experience being a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Bring restaurant performance, including guest experience, team development, and operational results to the next level.
• Lead a high-performing team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.
• Proficient in back-of-house systems, P&L management, and performance reviews.
• Resolve conflicts effectively and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Recruit, hire, train, manage, and develop employees into future leaders.
• Identify and develop talent by preparing high performers for promotion and recognizing exceptional contributions.
• Follow operational and inventory control procedures to support smooth, efficient restaurant operations.
• Drive restaurant success through scheduling, labor management, expense tracking, and local restaurant marketing efforts.
• Lead with a culture of food safety that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.
• Work a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays, with flexibility to meet business needs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, as occasional driving may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management.
• Previous Restaurant General Manager experience is a strong plus.
• Leadership experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong conflict-resolution skills and clear verbal and written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering a positive work environment.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
• Knowledge of back-of-house systems and P&L management.
• Experience with labor management and expense tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow operational and inventory control procedures.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, plus quarterly bonus.
• Paid time off, including PTO, health days, holidays, and more.
• Parental leave and adoption/surrogacy benefits.
• Tuition assistance and scholarships.
• Recognition programs that celebrate achievements.
• Free mental health, legal, and financial resources.
• Medical & pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts.
• Leverage leadership development programs to fuel growth.
• Free online Spanish and English courses.
• Noodles Resource Groups – inclusive communities that foster belonging, build connections, and support personal and professional growth.
• Access to career advancement opportunities and recognition programs.

Pay

USD $60,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.

Schedule

Variable schedule, including weekends and holidays, with flexibility to meet business needs.