Restaurant General Manager

About the role

We are looking for a General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Your leadership will help shape the experience guests return for.

Responsibilities

• Bring at least two years of leadership experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management.
• Previous Restaurant General Manager experience is a strong plus.
• Own restaurant performance, including guest experience, team development, and operational results.
• 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.
• Demonstrate strong conflict-resolution skills and clear verbal and written communication.
• Recruit, hire, train, manage, and develop Noodlers 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.
• Two years of leadership experience preferred.
• Previous Restaurant General Manager experience a plus.

Skills

• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Excellent conflict resolution and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage budgets.

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.

Pay

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

Schedule

• Current schedule expectations include 1 opening shift, 2 mid shifts (11am–8pm), 1 closing shift, and 1 additional shift based on restaurant needs.
• Work a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays, with flexibility to meet business needs.

Contact Information

For more information about our benefits, visit: https://www.noodles.com/careers/perks

Equal Opportunity Employer

Noodles & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military Friendly workplace.